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Biblical Names and Meanings

Discover the meaning of biblical names

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Janum
sleeping
Japhet
enlarged; fair; persuading
Japhia
enlightening; appearing
Japhlet
Japhleti, delivered; banished
Japho
fairness; comeliness
Jarah
a wood; honeycomb; watching closely
Jareb
a revenger
Jared
a ruling; commanding; coming down
Jaresiah
the bed of the Lord; the Lord hath taken away; poverty
Jarib
fighting; chiding; multiplying; avenging
Jarmuth
fearing, or seeing, or throwing down, death
Jarvah
breathing, or making, a sweet smell
Jashem
Jashen, ancient; sleeping
Jasher
righteous; upright
Jashobeam
the people sitting; or captivity of the people
Jashub
a returning; a controversy; a dwelling place
Jasiel
the strength of God
Jason
he that cures
Jathniel
gift of God
Jattir
a remnant; excellent
Javan
deceiver; one who makes sad
Jazeel
strength of God
Jazer
assistance; helper
Jaziz
brightness; departing
Jearim
a leap; woods
Jeaterai
searching out
Jeberechiah
speaking well of, or kneeling to, the Lord
Jebus
treading under foot; manger
Jebusi
trodden under foot; mangers
Jecamiah
resurrection, or confirmation, or revenge, of the Lord
Jecoliah
perfection, or power, of the Lord
Jeconiah
preparation, or stability, of the Lord
Jedaiah
the hand of the Lord; confessing the Lord
Jedeiah
one Lord; the joy of the Lord
Jediael
the science, or knowledge, of God
Jedidah
well beloved; amiable
Jedidiah
beloved of the Lord
Jediel
the knowledge, or renewing, of God
Jeduthun
his law; giving praise
Jeezer
island of help
Jegar-sahadutha
heap of witness
Jehaleleel
Jehalelel, praising God; clearness of God
Jehaziel
same as Jahaziel
Jehdeiah
joy together, one Lord
Jeheiel
God liveth
Jehezekel
strength of God
Jehiah
the Lord liveth
Jehiskiah
the strength, or taking, of the Lord
Jehoadah
passing over; testimony of the Lord
Jehoaddan
pleasure, or time, of the Lord
Jehoahaz
possession of the Lord
Jehoash
fire of the Lord
Jehohanan
grace, or mercy, or gift, of the Lord
Jehoiachin
preparation, or strength, of the Lord
Jehoiada
knowledge of the Lord
Jehoiakim
avenging, or establishing, or resurrection, of the Lord
Jehoiarib
fighting, or multiplying, of the Lord
Jehonadab
Jonadab, free giver; liberality
Jehonathan
gift of the Lord; gift of a dove
Jehoram
exaltation 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.