5458 Hebrew Baby Names With Meanings

Rich in meaning and steeped in history, names that are perfect for your little miracle.

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Hebrew baby names are commonly used in Jewish culture and have profound meanings, traditional values, and rich history. Hebrew names are aesthetically pleasing and hold deep significance, as they can be traced back to specific events and characters in the Hebrew Bible. These names correspond to a person's identity, destiny, or divine purpose and are of great importance to the Jewish community.

Right from the Brit Mila or the naming ceremony to the death, the name will identify an individual in a community. A Jew is given two names, a Jewish name and a secular name. The Hebrew name is used for Jewish rituals and prayers, where it’s usually followed by the name of the parents. And the secular name is used in day-to-day life. The meaning and numerology of the names are also considered significant.

A ritualistic Jewish or Hebrew name carries a special format, which includes a first name followed by a conjunction of 'ben' for boys and 'bat' for girls, and the father's and the mother's names separated with a 'v.' One example for a better understanding is David ben Yosef v'Chanah (indicating David, son of Joseph and Hannah). However, this naming system may slightly differ in some communities (where only the father's name is taken).

When choosing a Hebrew name, there are different approaches to consider. Individuals who adopt a Jewish name through conversion may use an English-to-Hebrew conversion of their first name, pick a new one from the Tanakh (the Hebrew Bible), or choose a new name with biblical associations or special meanings. Another option is to choose a name to honor an ancestral family member or loved one (1).

Hebrew names are chosen considering one’s familial legacy and ancestral beliefs, and the naming process in Hebrew culture involves religious ceremonies designed to bless and protect the child. Scroll down to check out the extensive list of Hebrew baby names with meanings. All the entries in this baby name tool are arranged alphabetically, along with the meanings. Have a look!

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Aabraham	Boy	Father of many
Aadina	Girl	Delicate; Slender; Friday
Aailayah	Girl	The one who is off to success; Going up; Ascending
Aalayah	Girl	Exalted, noble, highly praised
Aaliyah	Girl	Ascending; Highborn; Exalted
Aamon	Boy	Powerful; Secretive; Mysterious
Aapo	Boy	Finnish form of Abraham; Being father of a multitude
Aaraf	Boy	The knowledgeable one
Aaran	Boy	Exalted; Strong; Teacher; Mountain of strength
Aariah	Girl	Lion of God

Aarick	Boy	Variant of Eric; ruler, powerful
Aarik	Girl	Noble, leader, strong
Aariyah	Girl	Exalted, noble, divine
Aariyeh	Boy	Desiring spirituality and enjoying isolation and meditation
Aaro	Boy	Mountain of strength; High mountain
Aaron	Boy	Enlightened; High mountain
Aarron	Boy	The one who is enlightened; To sing
Aasher	Boy	Happy; Blessed
Aayaan	Unisex	Gift of God
Abaddon	Boy	Destruction or Ruin

Abagail	Girl	Father's joy; Father of exaltation
Abaigael	Girl	Deviation form of the name Abigail; Father of exaltation
Abana	Girl	This Biblical name means strong personality made with a stone
Abarrane	Girl	Being a mother of a multitude
Abbagayle	Girl	Being dad's favorite daughter
Abbey	Boy	Father; My father is light
Abbie	Girl	Being a father's joy; He rejoiced
Abbiegayle	Girl	Being a father's Joy
Abbigail	Girl	My father's joy; my father is exulted
Abbigale	Girl	Joy of my father

Abbigayle	Girl	Graceful; Strong; Devoted
Abbot	Boy	Father
Abbott	Boy	Father; Priest; Father of abbey
Abby	Girl	My father's joy; My father is cheerful
Abbygail	Girl	Father of exaltation
Abdias	Boy	Servant of God
Abdiel	Boy	Servant of God
Abdon	Boy	Servant of God
Abe	Boy	Father of many; Father's exalted
Abegail	Girl	Argentinian version of Abigail; Father rejoices

Abegale	Girl	Variant of name Abigail which means father of multitude
Abel	Boy	Breath
Abela	Girl	Alternative of Abelia French; means source of life that is breath
Abelie	Girl	Form of French name Abel which means vapor or breath
Abelina	Unisex	Noble, strong, woman
Abeline	Girl	Holy Land mentioned in the Bible; Land of pasture
Abell	Boy	Exhalation of Breath; A Variant of Abel
Abella	Girl	Breath
Abelle	Unisex	Breath; Son; Noble
Aber	Boy	Yiddish form of Abraham which means Father of a mighty nation

Aberlin	Boy	Yiddish form of Abraham which means Father of a multitudes
Abey	Unisex	Noble; Beloved spirit
Abi	Boy	Father; Elder brother; Priest
Abiah	Unisex	My father is Yahweh
Abida	Unisex	Worshiper
Abidan	Boy	My father is judge
Abidin	Boy	Father of Knowledge; My Father Knows
Abie	Boy	Father of Many; Diminutive of Abraham
Abiela	Girl	God is my father
Abigael	Girl	My father's joy

Abigaia	Girl	My father's rejoice
Abigail	Girl	Father's joy
Abigal	Girl	Joyful, strong, and intelligent
Abijah	Boy	God is my father; Yahweh is my father
Abilee	Girl	The land of mourning
Abilena	Girl	The father of a mourning person
Abilene	Girl	Grass; A Plain; A region in Syria
Abin	Unisex	Strength; Resolute; Noble
Abinadab	Boy	Father is willing or generou
Abinadi	Unisex	Messenger of God

Abira	Girl	Strong
Abiram	Boy	Strong, noble, exalted
Abisai	Boy	Gift of God
Abish	Unisex	Gift of God
Abisha	Boy	My Lord is my father
Abishai	Boy	One who is desirous of a gift
Abital	Girl	My father is the dew of night
Abitha	Girl	Gift from God
Abiud	Boy	Father of praise
Abiyram	Boy	My lord is of high esteem

Able	Unisex	Talented or capable
Abner	Boy	Father of light
Abney	Unisex	A habitational surname
Abra	Girl	Example; Lesson
Abrahah	Boy	Father of masses
Abraham	Boy	Father of multitudes
Abrahim	Boy	Father of nations
Abrahm	Boy	The father of many
Abram	Boy	High father; Exalted father
Abramo	Boy	high father; father of a multitude

Abrams	Boy	An exalted father or high father
Abramson	Boy	The son of an exalted father
Abrasha	Boy	Yiddish form of Abraham, meaning Father of a multitudes
Abri	Unisex	Strong; Independent; Radiant
Abria	Girl	Strength or power; Father of many
Abrial	Girl	Variant of Abraham; Father of masses
Abriana	Girl	Female variant of Abraham; Father of multitude
Abrianna	Girl	Mother of many nations
Abriel	Unisex	God is my strength
Abriella	Girl	One who is derived from God; The pillar of strength

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Naming ceremonies hold profound importance in Hebrew-Jewish culture. Hebrew baby names carry immense spiritual significance and often represent strength, wisdom, and devotion. The names are inspired by nature or biblical figures, reflecting a strong cultural connection and desire to bless the next generation. Furthermore, they honor familial ancestors, culture, and historical events associated with the divine incarnations. Thus, giving a Hebrew baby name could foster a profound sense of identity and spiritual connection to your child.

Infographic: Traditional Hebrew Baby Names With Blessed Meanings

The Jews believe in the power of words and consider names as a means to instill virtues of courage, wisdom, piety, and resilience in their babies. The following infographic has a few unique names from the Hebrew Bible that express devotion and honor the divine ancestors. If you believe in powerful names, you may consider the ones below.

traditional hebrew baby names with blessed meanings (infographic)

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What Hebrew baby name means gift from God?

Hebrew baby names that are associated with gift from God are Adiel meaning ‘God’s ornament,’ Natanel and Yonatan depicting ‘God has given,’ Mattanian, which means ‘God’s gift,’ and Natan meaning ‘given’ or ‘gift of God.’

2. Are there any famous people with Hebrew names?

Yes, there are many people with Hebrew names; some of them are King David, who was a significant biblical figure and the second king of Israel. Levi Strauss, the founder of the American clothing company Levi Strauss and Co, and Shimon Peres, who served as the President and Prime Minister of Israel.

3. How do Hebrew names reflect cultural and religious values?

Hebrew names are used in prayers within and outside of the synagogue. The Hebrew names are also used when a deceased individual is memorialized in the Yizkor prayers on particular holidays, and the Jewish tombstone may occasionally be marked with the Hebrew name along with their secular name (2).

4. How are Hebrew names typically translated or transliterated into other languages?

When translating Hebrew names, the normal practice is to keep the name as close as possible to the original version. The translation of names also depends on different cultures and languages (3).

References

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Picking a Hebrew Name.
https://www.aju.edu/miller-intro-judaism-program/learning-portal/picking-hebrew-name#
Jewish names.
https://www.jewfaq.org/jewish_names
How to translate the name.
https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/abs/10.1177/026009439204300402?journalCode=tbtd

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