Tehila
Tehila is a Jewish girl name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Praise, song of praise”.
| Meaning | Praise, song of praise |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | תְּהִלָּה |
| Pronunciation | teh-hee-LAH |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel, United States |
Meaning and origin of Tehila
Tehila means 'praise' in Hebrew, and its plural, Tehillim, is the Hebrew title of the Book of Psalms. The word appears often in the Psalms themselves, for example 'his praise shall continually be in my mouth' (Psalm 34). As a given name Tehila is especially popular in religious Jewish families in Israel and abroad. It is also spelled Tehilla or Tehillah.
Is Tehila a Jewish name?
Tehila is a Jewish name drawn straight from the language of prayer; though not a biblical person's name, it is closely tied to the Psalms.
How popular is Tehila?
Common in Israel, especially among religious families.
Gifts with the name Tehila
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Spellings and variants of Tehila
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tehila mean?
Tehila means 'Praise, song of praise'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Tehila a Jewish name?
Tehila is a Jewish name drawn straight from the language of prayer; though not a biblical person's name, it is closely tied to the Psalms.
How do you pronounce Tehila?
Tehila is pronounced teh-hee-LAH.
Is Tehila a boy or girl name?
Tehila is usually a girl name.