Addai name Meaning and Dictionary
- Name
- Addai
- Name Meaning
- "Addai" Man of God, Man of God.
- Definition
- Addaï is a Ghana (West Africa) surname.
- Pronunciations
- uh-die
- AA-DIY
- Ad-dai
- adda
- addaï
- Syllable
- Addai Syllable count: There are 2 syllables in the name Addai
- Divide Addai into syllables: ad-dai
- Sentences
- Of the large number of Apocryphal books existing in Syriac8 the majority have been translated from Greek, one or two (such as Bar Sira or Ecclesiasticus) from Hebrew, while some (like the Doctrine of Addai above referred to) are original Syriac documents.
- The well-known legend of the correspondence of Abgar Ukkama, king of Edessa, with Christ and the mission of Addai to Edessa immediately after the Ascension was accepted as true by the historian Eusebius (f340) on the faith of a Syriac document preserved in the official archives of the city.
Addai Overview and Analysis
Addai Gender statistics
The name Addai is typically used for Boys. Its a Masculine name with clear gender identification.
Popularity of the name Addai
The name Addai is classified as Very rare and ranked at the 55,712th most popular name in the Namedary database.
| Country | In-Country Rank | Population Share |
|---|---|---|
| United Kingdom | 31,805 | 0% |
| United States | 46,850 | 0% |
| Australia | 58,192 | 0% |
| New Zealand | 67,432 | 0% |
| Canada | 111,995 | 0% |
Where to find Addai?
The name Addai is predominantly found in United Kingdom (UK), particularly in the state of East Wales (EW), where it constitutes 0% of the total population.
Addai Usage Trend Over Time
In recent years, the trend of using the name Addai has been static and not widely adopted when choosing names for babies. The name Addai was most used in 2012 with a usage rate of 100%. It was least used in 2012 with a usage rate of 100%.
To enhance readability, percentage is rounded up. Values less than 0.0015% have been omitted.The data is carefully curated from authentic human sources and thoroughly analyzed from a wide range of sources.
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Names with a Similar Sound to Addai
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Names starting with A
The name Addai begins with the letter A. Here is a list of names that start with the letter A, similar to Addai:
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- Aarusan
- Arafaat
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Origin and History of the name Addai
This name derives from the Ancient Greek “Thaddaîos (Θαδδαῖος)”, which in turn derives from the Syriac-Aramaic “Addai / Aday > Thaddai”, meaning “heart, courageous heart, friend”.
Thaddeus (Thaddeus of Edessa), sometimes Latinized as Addeus, was one of the Seventy Apostles of Christ, not confused with Thaddeus (Jude the Apostle) of the Twelve Apostles.
Jude was one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus, generally identified with Thaddeus.
He is sometimes identified with Jude, “brother of Jesus”, but is clearly distinguished from Judas Iscariot, another apostle, the betrayer of Jesus.
Addai in Chinese
Boy names translation to Chinese
- Translation
- 艾达
- Pronunce
- (PinYin) : ài dá
Girl names translation to Chinese
- Translation
- 阿达
- Pronunce
- (PinYin) : ā dá
Addai in Numerology
| A | D | D | A | I |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1 | 9 | ||
| 4 | 4 |
Applying the rules of numerology (Pythagorean numerology):
- Soul Number (Heart's Desire Number): Number 11
- Expression Number (Personality Number): Number 8
- Destiny Number (Life Path Number): Number 1
Conclusions about the name Addai
Should you named your son Addai?
According to the gender statistics, the name Addai is strongly associated with boys. This is because the name Addai is most commonly given to boys. As a result, people will generally assume that a baby named Addai is a boy.
Addai is a gender-appropriate name for a son. However, it is not a gender-appropriate name for a daughter.
Is Addai a good name?
The name Addai strike a harmonious balance between being easy to pronounce and possessing a touch of personality. The name Addai offer a pleasing cadence and a hint of individuality, making them a popular choice for parents.
What are the Pros and Cons of the name Addai?
Pros of the name Addai:
- Uniqueness: Your child will probably be the only one or one of a few people with their name, which can make them feel special and unique.
- Potential for creativity: You have the freedom to choose a name that is truly unique and reflects your child's personality.
- May not become dated: If Addai has not changed in popularity for a long time, it is unlikely to go out of style.
Ultimately, the decision of whether or not to name your child Addai is a personal one. There is no right or wrong answer. Consider all of the factors listed above, and make the decision that you and your partner feel is best for your child.