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Biblical Names and Meanings

Discover the meaning of biblical names

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Naam
fair; pleasant
Naamah
Naaman, beautiful; agreeable
Naarah
Naarai, young person
Naashon
that foretells; that conjectures
Nabal
fool; senseless
Naboth
words; prophecies
Nachon
ready; sure
Nachor
same as Nahor
Nadab
free and voluntary gift; prince
Nagge
clearness; brightness; light
Nahaliel
inheritance; valley of God
Nahallal
praised; bright
Naham
Nahamani, comforter; leader
Naharai
my nostrils; hot; anger
Nahash
snake; serpent
Nahath
rest; a leader
Nahbi
very secret
Nahor
hoarse; dry; hot
Nahshon
same as Naashon
Nahum
comforter; penitent
Nain
beauty; pleasantness
Naioth
beauties; habitations
Naomi
beautiful; agreeable
Naphish
the soul; he that rests, refreshes himself, or respires
Naphtali
that struggles or fights
Narcissus
astonishment; stupidity
Nason
helper; entry-way
Nathan
given; giving; rewarded
Nathan-melech
the gift of the king, or of counsel
Nathanael
the gift of God
Naum
same as Nahum
Nazareth
separated; crowned; sanctified
Nazarite
one chosen or set apart
Neah
moved; moving
Neapolis
the new city
Neariah
child of the Lord
Nebai
budding; speaking; prophesying
Nebaioth
words; prophecies; buds
Neballat
prophecy; budding
Nebat
that beholds
Nebo
that speaks or prophesies
Nebuchadnezzar
Nebuchadrezzar, tears and groans of judgment
Nebushasi_hahban
speech; prophecy; springing; flowing
Nebuzar-adan
fruits or prophecies of judgment
Necho
lame; beaten
Nedabiah
prince or vow of the Lord
Neginoth
stringed instruments
Nehelamite
dreamer; vale; brook
Nehemiah
consolation; repentance of the Lord
Nehum
comforter; penitent
Nehushta
made of brass
Nehushtan
a trifling thing of brass
Neiel
commotion, or moving, of God
Nekoda
painted; inconstant
Nemuel
the sleeping of God
Nepheg
weak; slacked
Nephish
same as Naphish
Nephishesim
diminished; torn in pieces
Nephthalim
same as Naphtali
Nephthoah
opening; open

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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.