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Biblical Names and Meanings

Discover the meaning of biblical names

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Thomas
a twin
Thummim
perfection; truth
Thyatira
a perfume; sacrifice of labor
Tibbath
killing; a cook
Tiberias
good vision; the navel
Tiberius
the son of Tiber
Tibni
straw; hay
Tidal
that breaks the yoke; knowledge of elevation
Tiglath-pileser
that binds or takes away captivity
Tikvah
hope; a little line; congregation
Tilon
murmuring
Timeus
perfect; admirable; honorable
Timnah
forbidding
Timnath
image; figure; enumeration
Timnath-heres
or Timnath-serah, image of the sun; numbering of the rest
Timon
honorable; worthy
Timotheus
honor of God; valued of God
Tiphsah
passage; leap; step; the passover
Tirhakah
inquirer; examiner; dull observer
Tiria
searching out
Tirshatha
a governor
Tirzah
benevolent; complaisant; pleasing
Tishbite
that makes captive
Titus
pleasing
Toah
weapon; dart
Tob
good; goodness
Tob-adonijah
my good God; the goodness of the foundation of the Lord
Tobiah
Tobijah, the Lord is good
Tochen
middle
Togarmah
which is all bone
Tohu
that lives; that declares
Toi
who wanders
Tola
worm; grub; scarlet
Tolad
a generation
Tophel
ruin; folly; without understanding
Tophet
a drum; betraying
Trachonitis
stony
Troas
penetrated
Trophimus
well educated; well brought up
Tryphena
delicious; delicate
Tryphon
masculine of Tryphena
Tryphosa
thrice shining
Tubal
the earth; the world; confusion
Tubal-cain
worldly possession; possessed of confusion
Tychicus
casual; by chance
Tyrannus
a prince; one that reigns
Tyre
Tyrus, strength; rock; sharp

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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.