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Biblical Names and Meanings

Discover the meaning of biblical names

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Heshbon
invention; industry
Heshmon
a hasty messenger
Heth
trembling; fear
Hethlon
a fearful dwelling
Hezekiah
strength of the Lord
Hezer
Hezir, a bog; converted
Hezrai
an entry or vestibule
Hezron
the dart of joy; the division of the song
Hiddai
a praise; a cry
Hiddekel
sharp voice; sound
Hiel
God lives; the life of God
Hierapolis
holy city
Higgaion
meditation; consideration
Hilen
a window; grief
Hilkiah
God is my portion
Hillel
he that praises
Hinnom
there they are; their riches
Hirah
liberty; anger
Hiram
exaltation of life; a destroyer
Hittite
one who is broken; who fears
Hivites
wicked; wickedness
Hizkijah
the strength of the Lord
Hobab
favored; beloved
Hobah
love; friendship; secrecy
Hod
praise; confession
Hodaiah
the praise of the Lord
Hodaviah
Hodiah, Hodijah, same as Hodaiah
Hodesh
a table; news
Hoglah
his festival or dance
Hoham
woe to them
Holon
a window; grief
Homam
making an uproar
Hophin
he that covers; my fist
Hor
who conceives, or shows; a hill
Hor-hagidgad
the hill of felicity
Horam
their hill
Horeb
desert; solitude; destruction
Horem
an offering dedicated to God
Hori
a prince; freeborn
Horims
princes; being angry
Hormah
devoted or consecrated to God; utter destruction
Horonaim
angers; ragings
Horonites
men of anger, or of fury, or of liberty
Hosah
trusting
Hosanna
save I pray thee; keep; preserve
Hosea
Hoshea, savior; safety
Hoshaiah
the salvation of the Lord
Hoshama
heard; he obeys
Hotham
a seal
Hothir
excelling; remaining
Hukkok
engraver; scribe; lawyer
Hul
pain; infirmity
Huldah
the world
Hupham
their chamber; their bank
Huppim
a chamber covered; the sea-shore
Hur
liberty; whiteness; hole
Huram
their liberty; their whiteness; their hole
Huri
being angry; or same as Huram
Hushah
hasting; holding peace
Hushai
their haste; their sensuality; their silence

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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.