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Biblical Names and Meanings

Discover the meaning of biblical names

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Jehoshaphat
the Lord is judge
Jehosheba
fullness, or oath, of the Lord
Jehoshua
same as Joshua
Jehovah
self-subsisting
Jehovah-jireh
the Lord will provide
Jehovah-nissi
the Lord my banner
Jehovah-shalom
the Lord send peace
Jehovah-shammah
the Lord is there
Jehovah-tsidkenu
the Lord our righteousness
Jehozabad
the Lord's dowry; having a dowry
Jehozadak
justice of the Lord
Jehu
himself who exists
Jehubbah
hiding, binding
Jehucal
mighty; perfect; wasted
Jehud
Jehudi, praising; conferring
Jehudijah
the praise of the Lord
Jehush
keeping counsel; fastened
Jekabzeel
the congregation of God
Jekamean
the people shall arise
Jekamiah
establishing, or revenging, of the Lord
Jekuthiel
hope, or congregation, of the Lord
Jemima
handsome as the day
Jemuel
God's day; son of God
Jephunneh
he that beholds
Jerah
the moon; month; smelling sweet
Jerahmeel
the mercy, or the beloved, of God
Jerebai
fighting; chiding; multiplying
Jered
ruling; coming down
Jeremai
my height; throwing forth waters
Jeremiah
exaltation of the Lord
Jeremoth
eminences; one that fears death
Jeriah
fear, or throwing down, of the Lord
Jericho
his moon; his month; his sweet smell
Jeriel
fear, or vision of God
Jerijah
same as Jeriah
Jerimoth
he that fears or rejects death
Jerioth
kettles; breaking asunder
Jeroboam
he that opposes the people
Jeroham
high; merciful; beloved
Jerubbaal
he that defends Baal, let Baal defend his cause
Jerubbesheth
let the idol of confusion defend itself
Jeruel
fear, or vision of God
Jerusalem
vision of peace
Jerusha
banished; possession; inheritance
Jesaiah
health, or salvation, of the Lord
Jeshebeab
sitting, or captivity, of the father
Jesher
right; singing
Jeshimon
solitude; desolation
Jeshishai
ancient; rejoicing exceedingly
Jeshohaia
the Lord pressing; the meditation of God
Jeshua
same as Joshua
Jesiah
sprinkling of the Lord
Jesimiel
naming, or astonishment, of God
Jesse
gift; oblation; one who is
Jesui
even-tempered; flat country
Jesus
savior; deliverer
Jether
he that excels
Jetheth
giving
Jethlah
hanging up; heaping up
Jethro
his excellence; his posterity

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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.