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Biblical Names and Meanings

Discover the meaning of biblical names

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Zethar
he that examines or beholds
Zia
sweat; swelling
Ziba
army; fight; strength
Zibeon
iniquity that dwells
Zibiah
the Lord dwells; deer; goat
Zichri
that remembers; that is a man
Ziddim
huntings; treasons; destructions
Zidkijah
justice of the Lord
Zidon
hunting; fishing; venison
Zif
this or that; brightness; comeliness
Ziha
brightness; whiteness; drought
Ziklag
measure pressed down
Zillah
shadow; the tingling of the ear
Zilpah
distillation from the mouth
Zilthai
my shadow; my talk
Zimmah
thought; wickedness
Zimran
song; singer; vine
Zimzi
my field; my vine
Zin
buckler; coldness
Zina
shining; going back
Zion
monument; raised up; sepulcher
Zior
ship of him that watches
Ziph
this mouth or mouthful; falsehood
Ziphron
falsehood of a song; rejoicing
Zippor
bird; sparrow; crown; desert
Zipporah
beauty; trumpet; mourning
Zithri
to hide; demolished
Ziz
flower; branch; a lock of hair
Ziza
same as Zina
Zoan
motion
Zoar
little; small
Zobah
Zobebah, an army; warring
Zohar
white; bright; dryness
Zoheleth
that creeps, slides, or draws
Zoheth
separation; amazing
Zophah
viol; honeycomb
Zophar
rising early; crown
Zophim
place for a watchman
Zorah
leprosy; scab; hornet
Zorobabel
same as Zerubbabel
Zuar
same as Zoar
Zuph
that beholds, observes, watches; roof; covering
Zur
stone; rock; that besieges
Zuriel
rock or strength of God
Zurishaddai
the Almighty is my rock and strength
Zuzims
the posts of a door; splendor; beauty

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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.