Mordehai
Mordehai is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew, from Babylonian origin, meaning “Variant spelling of Mordechai”.
| Meaning | Variant spelling of Mordechai |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew, from Babylonian |
| Written as | מָרְדְּכַי |
| Pronunciation | mor-deh-KHY |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel, France |
Meaning and origin of Mordehai
Mordehai is a transliteration of the Hebrew Mordechai in which the guttural sound is written as 'h' instead of 'ch'. It is the same name as the hero of the Book of Esther, who protects his cousin Esther and the Jewish people in Persia. Scholars generally link the name to the Babylonian god Marduk. This spelling is especially common among Sephardic and Mizrahi families.
Is Mordehai a Jewish name?
It is a biblical Jewish name tied to the Purim story in the Book of Esther.
How popular is Mordehai?
Less common spelling, used among Sephardic and French Jewish families.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mordehai mean?
Mordehai means 'Variant spelling of Mordechai'. It is of Hebrew, from Babylonian origin.
Is Mordehai a Jewish name?
It is a biblical Jewish name tied to the Purim story in the Book of Esther.
How do you pronounce Mordehai?
Mordehai is pronounced mor-deh-KHY.
Is Mordehai a boy or girl name?
Mordehai is usually a boy name.