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Biblical Names and Meanings

Discover the meaning of biblical names

All A B C D E F G H I J K L M N O P Q R S T U V W X Y Z
Silas
three, or the third
Silla
exalting
Siloa
Siloam, Siloe, same as Shilhi
Silvanus
who loves the forest
Simeon
that hears or obeys; that is heard
Simon
that hears; that obeys
Sin
bush
Sinai
a bush; enmity
Sinim
south country,
Sinon
a breast-plate; deliverance
Sion
noise; tumult
Sippai
threshold; silver cup
Sisamai
house; blindness
Sisera
that sees a horse or a swallow
Sitnah
hatred
Sivan
a bush or thorn
Smyrna
myrrh
So
a measure for grain; vail
Socoh
tents; tabernacles
Sodi
my secret
Sodom
their secret; their cement
Solomon
peaceable; perfect; one who recompenses
Sopater
Sosipater, who defends the father
Sophereth
scribe, numbering
Sorek
vine; hissing; a color inclining to yellow
Sosthenes
savior; strong; powerful
Sotai
conclusion in pleading; binding
Spain
rare; precious
Stachys
spike or ear of corn
Stephanas
crown; crowned
Stephen
same as Stephanas
Suah
speaking; entreating; ditch
Succoth
tents; tabernacles
Succoth-benoth
the tents of daughters, or young women; or prostitutes
Sud
my secret
Sur
that withdraws or departs; rebellion
Susanna
lily; rose; joy
Susi
horse; swallow; moth
Sychar
end
Syene
a bush; enmity
Syntyche
that speaks or discourses
Syracuse
that draws violently
Taanach
who humbles thee; who answers thee
Taanach-shilo
breaking down a fig-tree
Tabbath
good; goodness
Tabeal
Tabeel, good God
Taberah
burning
Tabitha
clear-sighted; a roe-deer
Tabor
choice; purity; bruising
Tabrimon
good pomegranate; the navel; the middle
Tadmor
the palm-tree; bitterness
Tahan
beseeching; merciful
Tahapenes
secret temptation
Tahath
fear; going down
Tahpenes
standard; flight; temptation
Tahrea
anger; wicked contention
Talitha-cumi
young woman, arise
Talmai
my furrow; that suspends the waters; heap of waters
Tamah
blotting or wiping out; smiting
Tamar
palm; palm-tree

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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.