Amitai
Amitai is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “My truth; truthful”.
| Meaning | My truth; truthful |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | אֲמִתַּי |
| Pronunciation | ah-mee-TIE |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel |
Meaning and origin of Amitai
Amitai comes from emet, 'truth', and is usually explained as 'my truth' or 'truthful'. In the Bible Amitai is the father of the prophet Jonah, who is introduced in Jonah 1:1 as Yonah ben Amitai.
Is Amitai a Jewish name?
Amitai is a biblical name through the father of the prophet Jonah, whose book is read on Yom Kippur afternoon.
How popular is Amitai?
Used steadily in Israel, rarely elsewhere.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Amitai mean?
Amitai means 'My truth; truthful'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Amitai a Jewish name?
Amitai is a biblical name through the father of the prophet Jonah, whose book is read on Yom Kippur afternoon.
How do you pronounce Amitai?
Amitai is pronounced ah-mee-TIE.
Is Amitai a boy or girl name?
Amitai is usually a boy name.