Find out how popular the first name Kidist has been for the last 4 years (from 2003 to 2006) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Kidist by gender

Based on the last 4 years of data, Kidist is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2006, there were 6 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Kidist.

The history of the first name Kidist

The name Kidist originates from the Ge'ez language, which was the liturgical language of the Ethiopian Orthodox Church. It is derived from the Ge'ez word "qddus," meaning "holy" or "sacred." The name has been in use for centuries in Ethiopia and Eritrea, where the majority of the population adheres to the Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church.

Kidist is a name that carries deep religious significance in the Ethiopian Orthodox tradition. It is often associated with saints, holy figures, and those who have dedicated their lives to spiritual pursuits. The name appears in several ancient religious texts and manuscripts, including the Ge'ez version of the Bible and other ecclesiastical writings.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Kidist can be found in the life of Saint Kidist Maryam, a renowned Ethiopian saint who lived in the late 13th century. She is revered for her piety, miracles, and devotion to the Virgin Mary. Another notable historical figure with the name Kidist is Kidist Mika'el, a 14th-century Ethiopian scholar and author who wrote extensively on religious subjects.

Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Kidist. Kidist Selassie (1892-1959) was an Ethiopian princess and the daughter of Emperor Menelik II. Kidist Bekele (1927-2005) was an Ethiopian novelist and playwright known for her contributions to modern Amharic literature. Kidist Mariam Beza (born 1947) is an Ethiopian nun and former president of the Monastic Missionary Movement of Ethiopia.

Kidist Yared (born 1964) is an Ethiopian singer and songwriter who has popularized traditional Ethiopian music on the international stage. Kidist Paulos (born 1975) is an Ethiopian long-distance runner who won the Boston Marathon in 2005 and has represented Ethiopia in numerous international competitions.

The name Kidist continues to be widely used in Ethiopia and Eritrea, as well as among the Ethiopian diaspora communities around the world. It remains a cherished name that reflects the deep-rooted religious and cultural traditions of the region.

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