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Biblical Names and Meanings

Discover the meaning of biblical names

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Paarai
opening
Padan-aram
cultivated field or table-land
Padon
his redemption; ox-yoke
Pagiel
prevention, or prayer, of God
Pahath-Moab
ruler of Moab
Pai
Pau, howling; sighing
Palal
thinking
Palestina
which is covered; watered; or brings and causes ruin
Pallu
marvelous; hidden
Palti
deliverance; flight
Paltiel
deliverance; or banishment, of God
Pamphylia
a nation made up of every tribe
Paphos
which boils, or is very hot
Parah
a cow; increasing
Paran
beauty; glory; ornament
Parbar
a suburb
Parmashta
a yearling bull
Parmenas
that abides, or is permanent
Parnach
a bull striking, or struck
Parosh
a flea; the fruit of a moth
Parshandatha
given by prayer
Paruah
flourishing; that flies away
Pasach
thy broken piece
Pasdammin
portion or diminishing of blood
Paseah
passing over; halting
Pashur
that extends or multiplies the hole; whiteness
Patara
trodden under foot
Pathros
Pathrusim, mouthful of dough; persuasion of ruin
Patmos
mortal
Patrobas
paternal; that pursues the steps of his father
Pau
same as Pai
Paul
small; little
Paulus
same as Paul
Pedahzur
strong or powerful savior; stone of redemption
Pedaiah
redemption of the Lord
Pekah
he that opens; that is at liberty
Pekahiah
it is the Lord that opens
Pekod
noble; rulers
Pelaiah
the Lord's secret or miracle
Pelaliah
entreating the Lord
Pelatiah
let the Lord deliver; deliverance of the Lord
Peleg
division
Pelethites
judges; destroyers
Pelonite
falling; secret
Peniel
face or vision of God; that sees God
Peninnah
pearl; precious stone; the face
Pentapolis
five cities
Pentateuch
the five books of Moses
Pentecost
fiftieth
Penuel
same as Peniel
Peor
hole; opening
Perazim
divisions
Peresh
horseman
Perez
divided
Perez-Uzza
division of Uzza, or of strength
Perga
very earthy
Pergamos
height; elevation
Perida
separation; division
Perizzites
dwelling in villages
Persia
that cuts or divides; a nail; a gryphon; a horseman

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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.