Hiddai as a Baby Name. Meaning and Origin of Hiddai

What is the meaning of the name Hiddai ?

The baby name Hiddai is a Male name , 2 syllables long and is pronounced /hɪˈdaɪ/ (hid-DYE).

Hiddai is Hebrew in Origin.

Hiddai is a rare Hebrew masculine name from the Tanakh, attested among David’s “mighty men” in 2 Samuel 23:30, with the parallel list in 1 Chronicles 11:32 reading Hurai; both are glossed “of the brooks/ravines of Gaash.” The underlying Hebrew is uncertain (often vocalized as Chiddai/חִדַּי or Hurai/חוּרַי). Its meaning is debated: proposals link it to ḥdd “to be sharp/keen,” yielding “keen, vigorous,” or to ḥur “white, noble,” which would favor the Hurai form. Some also connect it with ḥdh “to rejoice,” giving “my joy,” though this is less secure.

Usage has been minimal outside scripture, making Hiddai an obscure, strongly biblical choice. Variants and transliterations include Hiddai, Hidai, Chiddai; the textual counterpart appears as Hurai, Churai, or Horei across translations. Not related to Arabic Hidaya/Hidayat. Rarely used in modern Hebrew or English, it appeals to parents seeking a distinctive ancient name with rugged, warrior-era associations.

⚙ Hiddai is extremely rare. There are only 11 recorded uses on record, spread over 5 countries.