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Ittai
Pronounced IT-eye /ˈɪt.aɪ/Medium
Meaning: Ittai is a Hebrew name generally read as 'with me' or 'near me.' In the Bible, Ittai the Gittite stayed loyal to King David when others deserted him, telling the king he would follow wherever he went — which gave the name its long association with faithfulness.Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Ittai means 'with me' in Hebrew, and the Bible gives it a face: Ittai the Gittite, a foreign-born commander who stayed at David's side through rebellion when others turned away. The name remains in steady use in Israel today, where it is often spelled Itai or Itay (said 'IT-eye').
In the U.S. it is very rare, seen mostly in Jewish and Israeli American families. Rare here, familiar in Israel, and warm with loyalty.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Ittai mean?
Ittai is Hebrew for 'with me' or 'near me' — the name of a biblical figure famed for loyalty to King David.
How do you pronounce Ittai?
It's said IT-eye /ˈɪt.aɪ/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Ittai a boy or girl name?
Ittai is a boy's name.
How popular is Ittai?
Ittai is very rare in the U.S., though the Itai and Itay spellings are common in Israel.