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Biblical Names and Meanings

Discover the meaning of biblical names

All A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
Persis
same as Persia
Peruda
same as Perida
Peter
a rock or stone
Pethahiah
the Lord opening; gate of the Lord
Pethuel
mouth of God; persuasion of God
Peulthai
my works
Phalec
same as Peleg
Phallu
Pallu, admirable; hidden
Phalti Palti
deliverance, flight
Phanuel
face or vision of God
Pharaoh
that disperses; that spoils
Pharez
division; rupture
Pharisees
set apart
Pharpar
that produces fruit
Phebe
shining; pure
Phenice
Phoenicia, red; purple
Phichol
the mouth of all, or every tongue
Philadelphia
love of a brother
Philemon
who kisses
Philetus
amiable; beloved
Philip
warlike; a lover of horses
Philippi
same as Philip, in the plural
Philistines
those who dwell in villages
Philologus
a lover of letters, or of the word
Phinehas
bold aspect; face of trust or protection
Phlegon
zealous; burning
Phrygia
dry; barren
Phurah
that bears fruit, or grows
Phygellus
fugitive
Phylacteries
things to be especially observed
Pi-beseth
abode of the goddess Bahest or Bast
Pi-hahiroth
the mouth; the pass of Hiroth
Pilate
armed with a dart
Pinon
pearl; gem; that beholds
Piram
a wild ass of them
Pirathon
his dissipation or deprivation; his rupture
Pisgah
hill; eminence; fortress
Pisidia
pitch; pitchy
Pison
changing; extension of the mouth
Pithom
their mouthful; a dilatation of the mouth
Pithon
mouthful; persuasion
Pochereth
cutting of the mouth of warfare
Pontius
marine; belonging to the sea
Pontus
the sea
Poratha
fruitful
Potiphar
bull of Africa; a fat bull
Potipherah
that scatters abroad, or demolishes, the fat
Prisca
ancient
Priscilla
same as Prisca
Prochorus
he that presides over the choirs
Puah
mouth; corner; bush of hair
Publius
common
Pudens
shamefaced
Pul
bean; destruction
Punites
beholding; my face
Punon
precious stone; that beholds
Pur
Purim, lot
Puteoli
sulphureous wells
Putiel
God is my fatness

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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.