Zeved habat or naming of a girl
After the birth of a Jewish girl, her name is announced, often at the synagogue, during a ceremony. This ceremony is sometimes called Brit Bat (bringing the girl onto the covenant) or Britah (feminine version of Brit that means covenant). It is also called Simchat Bat (the joy of the girl) or Zeved Bat (the gift of the daughter).
The ritual during this ceremony is less strict than that of circumcision. In addition to the naming, it includes a festive meal, a reading from the Torah and other books, and songs.
The timing of the ceremony also varies, ranging from a few days to a few months after the birth..The ritual during this ceremony is less fixed than that of a circumcision, and besides the naming, it can also include a festive meal, a reading from the Torah and other readings and songs. The timing of the ceremony also varies, ranging from a couple of days to a few months after the birth.