Holy or sacred
Kadeshia is a modern elaboration of the Hebrew name Kadesh, which refers to a sacred place or 'holiness.' It is often associated with the biblical site Kadesh-Barnea, a significant location in the journey of the Israelites.
Less common today
Kadeshia isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,583 in 1994.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
