"God is our refuge and strength, a very present help in trouble."
Biblical Name · Hebrew/Persian Origin
Adaliah Meaning in the Bible
Adaliah
girl
Adaliah means "God is my refuge; Noble one", a girl's name of Hebrew/Persian origin. Adaliah appears in the King James Bible, and Psalm 46:1 is the passage most often tied to it. Adaliah proclaims God as refuge — a safe place for every soul, a fortress that never falls, a shelter in the fiercest storm.
Is Adaliah in the Bible?
Yes — Adaliah (spelled Adalia in the King James Bible) appears in the King James Bible; the passages below give the context.
Pronunciation:/ad-uh-LY-uh/
OriginHebrew/Persian
MeaningGod is my refuge; Noble one
What does Adaliah mean?
Adaliah is a girl name of Hebrew/Persian origin meaning "God is my refuge; Noble one". Adaliah appears in the book of Esther as one of Haman's sons. Reclaimed from its original context, the name's meaning 'God is my refuge' resonates with the Psalms' beautiful declarations of divine protection and shelter.
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What does Adaliah mean in the Bible?
Adaliah means "God is my refuge; Noble one" and is a name of Hebrew/Persian origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Where does Adaliah appear in the Bible (KJV)?
Adaliah is connected to 2 key passages in the King James Bible, beginning with Psalm 46:1. Each verse is quoted in full below.
"I will say of the LORD, He is my refuge and my fortress: my God; in him will I trust."
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Which books of the Bible mention Adaliah?
Adaliah is mentioned across 2 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Adaliah?
Adaliah proclaims God as refuge — a safe place for every soul, a fortress that never falls, a shelter in the fiercest storm.
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What names are related to Adaliah?
Names that pair well with Adaliah
Sibling sets, middle-name combinations, and complementary pairings chosen for matching origin, meaning, and similar syllable weight.
Mordecai
boy
"Warrior; Little man; Servant of Marduk"
Adaliah & Mordecai
Abelard
boy
"Noble strength; Resolute"
Adaliah & Abelard
Abraham
boy
"Father of many nations"
Adaliah & Abraham
Abraham
boy
"Father of many nations"
Adaliah & Abraham
Adalbert
boy
"Noble and bright"
Adaliah & Adalbert
Alarik
boy
"Ruler of all; Noble leader"
Adaliah & Alarik
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Adaliah name meaning: frequently asked questions
Yes — Adaliah (spelled Adalia in the King James Bible) appears in the King James Bible; the passages below give the context.
Adaliah means "God is my refuge; Noble one." It is a Hebrew/Persian name. The King James Bible uses it, so the meaning is carried by a real person in Scripture.
Hebrew/Persian. Adaliah comes into English from Hebrew/Persian and carries the sense "God is my refuge; Noble one." It appears in the King James Bible.
Common questions about the name Adaliah
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Adaliah?
You can read every verse where Adaliah 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.