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Biblical Names and Meanings

Discover the meaning of biblical names

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Shapham
Shaphan, rabbit; wild rat; their lip; their brink
Shaphat
judge
Sharai
my lord; my prince; my song
Sharar
navel; thought; singing
Sharezer
overseer of the treasury, or of the storehouse
Sharon
his plain; his song
Shashai
rejoicing; mercy; linen
Shashak
a bag of linen; the sixth bag
Shaul
Saul, asked; lent; a grave
Shaveh
the plain; that makes equality
Shealtiel
same as Salathiel
Shear-jashub
the remnant shall return
Sheariah
gate of the Lord; tempest of the Lord
Sheba
captivity; old man; repose; oath
Shebam
compassing about; old men
Shebaniah
the Lord that converts, or recalls from captivity
Shebarim
breakings; hopes
Sheber
breaking; hope
Shebna
who rests himself; who is now captive
Shebuel
turning, or captivity, or seat, of God
Shecaniah
habitation of the Lord
Shechem
part; portion; back early in the morning
Shedeur
field of light; light of the Almighty
Shehariah
mourning or blackness of the Lord
Shelah
that breaks; that unties; that undresses
Shelemiah
God is my perfection; my happiness; my peace
Sheleph
who draws out
Shelesh
captain; prince
Shelomi
Shelomith, my peace; my happiness; my recompense
Shelumiel
same as Shelemiah
Shem
name; renown
Shema
hearing; obeying
Shemaiah
that hears or obeys the Lord
Shemariah
God is my guard
Shemeber
name of force; name of the strong
Shemer
guardian; thorn
Shemida
name of knowledge; that puts knowledge
Sheminith
eighth (an eight-stringed instrument)
Shemiramoth
the height of the heavens
Shemuel
appointed by God
Shen
tooth; ivory; change
Shenazar
treasurer of a tooth
Shenir
lantern; light that sleeps
Shephatiah
the Lord that judges
Shephi
beholder; honeycomb; garment
Shepho
desert
Shephuphan
serpent
Sherah
flesh; relationship
Sherebiah
singing with the Lord
Sheshach
bag of flax or linen
Sheshai
six; mercy; flax
Sheshan
lily; rose; joy; flax
Sheshbazzar
joy in tribulation; joy of the vintage
Shethar
putrefied; searching
Shethar-boznai
that makes to rot; that seeks those who despise me
Sheva
vanity; elevation; fame; tumult
Shibboleth
Sibboleth, ear of corn; stream or flood
Shibmah
overmuch captivity, or sitting
Shicron
drunkenness; his gift; his wages
Shiggaion
a song of trouble or comfort

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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.