"Lamech married two women, one named Adah."
Biblical Name · Hebrew Origin
Ada Meaning in the Bible
Ada
girl
Ada means "Ornament or beauty", a girl's name of Hebrew origin. Ada appears in the King James Bible, and Genesis 4:19 is the passage most often tied to it. Represents the beauty God places in His creation and His people.
Is Ada in the Bible?
Yes — Ada (spelled Adah in the King James Bible) appears in the King James Bible, including Genesis 4:19.
Pronunciation:/AY-dah/
OriginHebrew
MeaningOrnament or beauty
What does Ada mean?
Ada is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning "Ornament or beauty". A variant of Adah, one of the earliest women named in Genesis, carrying themes of beauty and adornment.
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What does Ada mean in the Bible?
Ada means "Ornament or beauty" and is a name of Hebrew origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
A variant of Adah, one of the earliest women named in Genesis, carrying themes of beauty and adornment.
Where does Ada appear in the Bible (KJV)?
Ada is connected to 1 key passage in the King James Bible, beginning with Genesis 4:19. Each verse is quoted in full below.
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What are the variants and nicknames of Ada?
Ada has 4 recorded variants, short forms, and translations across languages and biblical traditions.
Which books of the Bible mention Ada?
Ada is mentioned across 1 book of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Ada?
Represents the beauty God places in His creation and His people.
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Word Meaning
Beauty/Glory (תִּפְאָרָה (Tipharah))
Beauty, glory, and splendor — the majestic adornment of God and His works.
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Strong's H8597 — Beauty/Glory
תִּפְאָרָה (Tipharah) • Beauty, glory, and splendor — the majestic adornment of God and His works.
Word Meaning
Dominion (רָדָה (Radah))
To rule, have dominion, or exercise authority over creation.
Strong's
Strong's H7287 — Dominion
רָדָה (Radah) • To rule, have dominion, or exercise authority over creation.
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Ada name meaning: frequently asked questions
Common questions about the name Ada
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Ada?
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Ada?
You can read every verse where Ada appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.