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Biblical Names and Meanings

Discover the meaning of biblical names

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Cabbon
as though understanding
Cabul
displeasing; dirty
Cain
possession, or possessed
Cainan
possessor; purchaser
Caiphas
he that seeks with diligence; one that vomiteth
Calah
favorable; opportunity
Calcol
nourishing
Caleb
a dog; a crow; a basket
Caleb-Ephratah
see Ephratah
Calneh
our consummation
Calno
our consummation; altogether himself
Calvary
the place of a skull
Camon
his resurrection
Cana
zeal; jealousy; possession
Canaan
merchant; trader; or that humbles and subdues
Candace
who possesses contrition
Capernaum
the field of repentance; city of comfort
Caphtor
a sphere, buckle, or hand
Cappadocia
the same as Caphtor
Carcas
the covering of a lamb
Careah
bald; ice
Carmel
circumcised lamb; harvest; full of ears of corn
Carmi
my vineyard; lamb of the waters
Carpus
fruit; fruitful
Carshena
a lamb; sleeping
Casiphia
money; covetousness
Casluhim
hopes of life
Cedron
black; sad
Cenchrea
millet; small pulse
Cephas
a rock or stone
Cesar
a name applied to those who are cut out of the womb
Chalcol
who nourishes, consumes, and sustains the whole
Chaldea
as demons, or as robbers
Charchemish
a lamb; as taken away; withdrawn
Charran
a singing or calling out
Chebar
force or strength
Chedorlaomer
roundness of a sheaf
Chelal
as night
Chelluh
all
Chelub
a basket
Chelubai
he altogether against me
Chemarims
black ones
Chemosh
handling; stroking; taking away
Chenaanah
broken in pieces
Chenani
my pillar
Chenaniah
preparation, or disposition, or strength, of the Lord
Chephirah
a little lioness
Cheran
anger
Cherethims
Cherethites, who cut or tear away
Cherith
cutting; piercing; slaying
Chesed
as a devil, or a destroyer
Chesil
foolishness
Chesulloth
fearfulness
Chidon
a dart
Chiliab
totality; or the perfection of the father
Chilion
finished; complete; perfect
Chilmad
teaching or learning
Chimham
as they; like to them
Chios
open; opening
Chisleu
Cisleu, Casleu, rashness; confidence

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Frequently Asked Questions

What does this tool show?
This tool is a comprehensive dictionary of 2,623 biblical names and their meanings. Each name includes its etymology — the original meaning in Hebrew, Aramaic, or Greek — helping you understand the significance behind the names in Scripture.
Why are biblical names important?
In the Bible, names often carry deep meaning. They can reflect a person's character, destiny, or the circumstances of their birth. Understanding name meanings enriches your reading and reveals layers of significance in the biblical narrative.
Can I search for names in my language?
Yes. The search supports names in multiple languages. For example, searching "Moisés" (Portuguese/Spanish) will find "Moses," and searching "Gesù" (Italian) will find "Jesus."
How are the names organized?
Names are listed alphabetically with an A-Z letter selector. You can click any letter to browse names starting with that letter, or use the search box to find a specific name.
What does the meaning field contain?
The meaning field shows the etymological definition of the name — what the name literally means in its original language. For example, "Adam" means "man; earthy" and "Eve" means "living; enlivening."
Are all 2,623 names people?
No. The dictionary includes personal names, place names, and other proper nouns found in the Bible. Some entries refer to cities, regions, mountains, or other entities mentioned in Scripture.
Can I use this for baby names?
Many parents use biblical names for their children. This tool helps you understand what each name means, which can be valuable when choosing a meaningful name with spiritual significance.
How accurate are the meanings?
The meanings are based on established biblical scholarship and Hebrew/Greek/Aramaic etymology. Some names have debated origins, and the tool shows all commonly accepted meanings separated by semicolons.