Zebadiah
Meaning of Zebadiah
With its roots in the sun-kissed hills of ancient Israel, Zebadiah (zuh-BAY-dee-uh) arrives like a warm Mediterranean breeze, bearing the rich Hebrew meaning “gift of God.” Imagine the name unfurling on your tongue as effortlessly as a papyrus scroll dancing in an Andalusian courtyard, each syllable a promise of grace and strength. In biblical lore, Zebadiah evokes loyalty and divine favor, a steadfast companion amid life’s winding paths. Though it’s danced in and out of America’s top 1,000 names—hovering around the 900s in recent years—its rarity only deepens its charm, like discovering a hidden fountain in a Spanish plaza. For parents seeking a name that hums with history, warmth and a touch of old-world romance, Zebadiah feels both timeless and vibrantly alive.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as zuh-BAY-dee-uh (/zəˈbeɪdiə/)
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