Kaddish

Unisex Hebrew

Kaddish is a unisex name of Hebrew origin.

Meaning of Kaddish

The Kaddish, also transliterated as Qaddish, is a hymn praising God that is recited during Jewish prayer services. The central theme of the Kaddish is the magnification and sanctification of God's name.

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