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Biblical Names and Meanings

Discover the meaning of biblical names

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Ribai
strife
Riblah
quarrel; greatness to him
Rimmon
exalted; pomegranate
Rinnah
song; rejoicing
Riphath
remedy; medicine; release; pardon
Rissah
watering; distillation; dew
Rithmah
juniper; noise
Rizpah
bed; extension; a coal
Rogelim
a foot or footman
Rohgah
filled or drunk with talk
Romamti-ezer
exaltation of help
Roman
strong; powerful
Rome
strength; power
Rosh
the head; top, or beginning
Rufus
red
Ruhamah
having obtained mercy
Rumah
exalted; sublime; rejected
Ruth
drunk; satisfied
Sabaoth
Lord of hosts
Sabeans
captivity; conversion; old age
Sabtah
a going about or circuiting; old age
Sabtechah
that surrounds; that causes wounding
Sacar
wares; a price
Sadducees
followers of Sadoc, or Zadok
Sadoc
or Zadok, just; righteous
Salah
mission; sending
Salamis
shaken; test; beaten
Salathiel
asked or lent of God
Salcah
thy basket; thy lifting up
Salem
complete or perfect peace
Salim
foxes; fists; path
Sallai
Sallu, an exaltation; a basket
Salma
peace; perfection
Salmon
peaceable; perfect; he that rewards
Salome
same as Salmon
Samaria
watch-mountain
Samlah
his raiment; his left hand; his astonishment
Samos
full of gravel
Samothracia
an island possessed by the Samians and Thracians
Samson
his sun; his service; there the second time
Samuel
heard of God; asked of God
Sanballat
bramble-bush; enemy in secret
Sanhedrin
sitting together
Sansannah
bough or bramble of the enemy
Saph
rushes; sea-moss
Saphir
delightful
Sapphira
that relates or tells
Sarah
lady; princess; princess of the multitude
Sarai
my lady; my princess
Sardis
prince of joy
Sardites
removing a dissension
Sarepta
a goldsmith's shop
Sargon
who takes away protection
Sarid
remaining; hand of a prince
Saron
same as Sharon
Sarsechim
master of the wardrobe
Saruch
branch; layer; lining
Satan
contrary; adversary; enemy; accuser
Saul
demanded; lent; ditch; death
Sceva
disposed; prepared

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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.