Ahoth

Ahoth is the Latin form of the Hebrew name Ehud, used in the Latin Old Testament (the Vulgate). The name Ehud appears in the biblical Book of Judges, chapter 3, as a left-handed judge from the Tribe of Benjamin who delivered the Israelites from Moabite rule. According to the narrative, Ehud was sent to deliver tribute to King Eglon of Moab, but he concealed a double-edged sword on his right thigh (due to his left-handedness, a tactical advantage) and assassinated the king, subsequently leading the Israelites to victory.

The name Ehud is likely derived from Hebrew elements—possibly related to ʾaḥaḏ meaning "to unite" or hoḏ meaning "glory". Its meaning is uncertain, but it has been interpreted as "united" or "glory". In the Old Testament, Ehud is described as "a man left-handed" (Judges 3:15), a detail that underlines his cunning and effectiveness as a deliverer.

Notable Bearers

Ehud ben-Gera is the only significant biblical bearer. His story is considered a classic example of a liberator figure who uses intelligence and deception. No notable historical figures outside of scripture are recorded with the name Ahoth, as it is a very rare Latin Biblical variant.

Cultural and Linguistic Context

Ahoth is closely related to the Greek form Aod (used in the Septuagint) and the modern Hebrew Uhud or Udi. The name appears almost exclusively in Latin biblical manuscripts and has not gained popularity as a given name in modern times.

• Meaning: Possibly "united" or "glory"
• Origin: Hebrew, via Latin biblical transcription
• Type: Given name (biblical figure)
• Usage Regions: Christian biblical contexts