Find out how popular the first name Kadesh has been for the last 23 years (from 1994 to 2016) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Kadesh by gender

Based on the last 23 years of data, Kadesh is exclusively a male name.

For the most recent data in 2016, there were 5 male babies and 0 female babies born with the name Kadesh.

The history of the first name Kadesh

The name Kadesh is derived from the ancient Semitic languages of the Near East, including Hebrew, Aramaic, and Phoenician. Its origins can be traced back to the Bronze Age, around 3000-1200 BCE. The name is believed to be related to the Hebrew word "qadosh," which means "holy" or "sacred."

One of the earliest historical references to the name Kadesh comes from the ancient city of Kadesh, located in modern-day Syria. This city was an important religious and political center for the Canaanites and was mentioned in several ancient texts, including the Bible and Egyptian hieroglyphic inscriptions.

In the Bible, Kadesh is mentioned as a site where the Israelites camped during their exodus from Egypt. It is also the location of the Battle of Kadesh, a famous conflict between the Egyptians and the Hittites around 1274 BCE, which is described in detail on the walls of the Ramesseum in Thebes.

One of the earliest recorded individuals with the name Kadesh was Kadesh-Barn, a Phoenician prince from the 8th century BCE. He is mentioned in the Nora Stone, an ancient Phoenician inscription discovered in Sardinia.

Another notable figure was Kadesh-Melart, a Phoenician king who ruled the city-state of Tyre in the 6th century BCE. He is mentioned in the writings of the Greek historian Herodotus.

In the 3rd century BCE, there was a Jewish high priest named Kadesh-Yahweh who served in the Second Temple in Jerusalem.

During the early Christian era, there was a martyr named Kadesh who was executed in Rome around 258 CE for refusing to renounce his faith.

In the 7th century CE, there was an Arab military leader named Kadesh ibn al-Muhallab who played a significant role in the Muslim conquest of Persia.

These are just a few examples of individuals throughout history who bore the name Kadesh, reflecting its ancient origins and its use across various cultures and religions in the Near East and Mediterranean region.

Data source

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