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Biblical Names and Meanings

Discover the meaning of biblical names

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Zaanannim
movings; a person asleep
Zaavan
trembling
Zabad
dowry; endowed
Zabbai
flowing
Zabdi
same as Zabad
Zaccai
pure meat; just
Zaccheus
pure; clean; just
Zaccur
of the male kind; mindful
Zachariah
memory of the Lord
Zadok
just; justified
Zaham
crime; filthiness; impurity
Zair
little; afflicted; in tribulation
Zalaph
shadow; ringing; shaking
Zalmon
his shade; his image
Zalmonah
the shade; the sound of the number; his image
Zalmunna
shadow; image; idol forbidden
Zamzummims
projects of crimes; enormous crimes
Zanoah
forgetfulness; desertion
Zaphnath-paaneah
one who discovers hidden things
Zarah
east; brightness
Zareah
leprosy; hornet
Zared
strange descent
Zarephath
ambush of the mouth
Zaretan
tribulation; perplexity
Zatthu
olive tree
Zaza
belonging to all
Zebadiah
portion of the Lord; the Lord is my portion
Zebah
victim; sacrifice
Zebedee
abundant; portion
Zebina
flowing now; selling; buying
Zeboiim
deer; goats
Zebudah
endowed; endowing
Zebul
a habitation
Zebulun
Zebulon, dwelling; habitation
Zechariah
same as Zachariah
Zedad
his side; his hunting
Zedekiah
the Lord is my justice; the justice of the Lord
Zeeb
wolf
Zelah
rib; side; halting
Zelek
the shadow or noise of him that licks or laps
Zelophehad
the shade or tingling of fear
Zelotes
zealous
Zelzah
noontide
Zemaraim
wool; pith
Zemira
song; vine; palm
Zenan
coldness; target; weapon
Zenas
living
Zephaniah
the Lord is my secret
Zephath
which beholds; that attends or that covers
Zepho
Zephon, that sees and observes; that expects or covers
Zer
perplexity
Zerah
same as Zarah
Zerahiah
the Lord rising; brightness of the Lord
Zeredah
ambush; change of dominion
Zeresh
misery; strange; dispersed inheritance
Zereth
same as Zer
Zeror
root; that straitens or binds; that keeps tight
Zeruah
leprous; wasp; hornet
Zerubbabel
a stranger at Babylon; dispersion of confusion
Zeruiah
pain or tribulation of the Lord

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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.