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Biblical Names and Meanings

Discover the meaning of biblical names

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Josiah
the Lord burns; the fire of the Lord
Josibiah
the seat, or captivity of the Lord
Josiphiah
increase of the Lord; the Lord's finishing
Jotham
the perfection of the Lord
Jothath
Jothatha, his goodness
Jozabad
same as Josabad
Jozachar
remembering; of the male sex
Jubal
he that runs; a trumpet
Jucal
mighty; perfect
Judaea
Judea, same as Judah
Judah
the praise of the Lord; confession
Judas
Jude, same as Judah
Judith
same as Judah
Julia
downy; soft and tender hair
Julius
same as Julia
Junia
youth
Jupiter
the father that helpeth
Jushabhesed
dwelling-place; change of mercy
Justus
just or upright
Juttah
turning away
Kabzeel
the congregation of God
Kadesh
holiness
Kadesh-barnea
holiness of an inconstant son
Kadmiel
God of antiquity; God of rising
Kadmonites
ancients; chiefs
Kallai
light; resting by fire; my voice
Kanah
of reeds
Kareah
bald; ice
Karkaa
floor; dissolving coldness
Karkor
they rested
Karnaim
horns
Kartah
calling; meeting
Kedar
blackness; sorrow
Kedemah
oriental; ancient; first
Kedemoth
antiquity; old age
Kehelahath
a whole; a congregation
Keiiah
she that divides or cuts
Kelaiah
voice of the Lord; gathering together
Kelitah
same as Kelaiah
Kemuel
God hath raised up, or established him
Kenah
buying; possession
Kenan
buyer; owner
Kenaz
this purchase; this lamentation
Kenites
possession; purchase; lamentation
Kenizzites
possession; purchase
Keren-happuch
the horn or child of beauty
Kerioth
the cities; the callings
Keros
crooked; crookedness
Keturah
that makes the incense to fume
Kezia
superficies; the angle; cassia
Keziz
end; extremity
Kibroth-hattaavah
the graves of lust
Kibzaim
congregation
Kidron
obscure; making black or sad
Kinah
same as Kenah
Kir
a city; wall; meeting
Kirharaseth
Kirharesh, city of the sun; wall of burnt brick
Kirioth
same as Kerioth
Kirjath
city; vocation; meeting
Kirjath-arba
city of four; fourth city

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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.