3399 Hebrew Baby Boy Names With Meanings

Hebrew is the first language of the Bible and has many popular names used by Jews and Christians. As the Quran mentions, some Hebrew boy names are also associated with Islam. Most Hebrew names are borrowed from other languages, including Aramaic, Egyptian, Canaanite, or Phoenician. Some Hebrew names contain theophoric names that embed the name of God with the suffix ‘el.’ Examples are Gabriel (man of God) and Micheal (who is like God).

Hebrew is a historical language that is still used today in Israel. Many Hebrew and modern Israeli names are among the most common names in contemporary Israel. Taking inspiration from the ancient Hebrew language and teachings of Judaism, these names often signify virtues, gratitude, and blessings. Some popular examples are names such as Noah, meaning ‘peaceful,’ and Leah signifying ‘Gazelle' (1). Hebrew boy names like Jacob, Noah, and Asher frequently appear in lists of the top 100 boy names in the US. The most common Hebrew boy names in Israel are Noam, Tamar, and Uri (2).

These names are frequently connected to prayers, and tales, and often represent a deep bond between people and their faith. Hebrew baby names provide a sense of heritage and profound depth that appeals to families looking for names with strong historical roots and spiritual values. Considering the historical and powerful figures such as  Abraham, Moses, and David and the elegant Sarah and Rachel, all these names carry unique stories of resilience, trust, and divine guidance.

Hebrew names have meanings beyond their linguistic beauty since they are frequently sources of pride that help individuals connect to their past and religious identity. Even today, these names continue to leave a lasting impression as baby names. Check our list of favorite Hebrew boy names that hold beautiful meanings.

Name		Gender	Meaning
Zavon		Unisex	Gift of God
Zaxai		Unisex	Pure
Zay		Unisex	Lively, modern, fashionable
Zayen		Unisex	Singular; Mysterious; Strong
Zayer		Boy	Bright; Illuminate
Zaylyn		Unisex	God is gracious
Zayne		Boy	God is gracious
Zayon		Unisex	Strong and unique
Zayre		Unisex	Variant of Zaïre
Ze		Unisex	Powerful and unique
Zeana		Unisex	Life; Active; Lively
Zeb		Boy	Gift of God
Zebedee		Boy	Gift of God
Zebediah		Boy	Gift of Jehovah
Zebulon		Boy	Exalted
Zebulun		Unisex	Promise, honor, inheritance
Zechariah		Boy	The Lord has remembered
Zeda		Unisex	Gods righteousness
Zedek		Unisex	Righteousness or justice
Zedekiah		Unisex	Righteousness of God
Zeek		Unisex	God will strengthen
Zeev		Boy	Wolf
Zef		Unisex	Unique; Exotic
Zehn		Unisex	Unique, Powerful, Mysterious
Zeik		Unisex	Trustworthy; Competant
Zek		Unisex	Unique; Bold; Mysterious
Zekiah		Unisex	Zealous; Vibrant; Blessed
Zekiel		Boy	God strengthens
Zelah		Boy	Feminine, modern, creative
Zelan		Unisex	Strong; Independent; Unique
Zell		Unisex	Protector, intelligent, brave
Zelle		Unisex	Strength and beauty
Zemel		Boy	Bread
Zenah		Unisex	Gift from God
Zeniya		Unisex	Unique, spiritual, serene
Zenni		Unisex	Gift of God; Peaceful
Zeo		Boy	Unique; Powerful; Mysterious
Zeph		Unisex	God's watchman or prophet
Zephan		Boy	Treasured by God
Zephaniah		Boy	Treasured by God
Zephra		Unisex	Mystical; Powerful; Breezy
Zephryn		Unisex	Cool breeze; West wind
Zeplyn		Unisex	Caring and brave
Zerach		Boy	Shining light
Zerah		Boy	Gift of God
Zerek		Boy	Strong; Bold; Unique
Zerick		Unisex	Strength; Power
Zeruiah		Unisex	God is my strength
Zeva		Unisex	Radiant, beautiful, gift
Zevi		Boy	Deer
Zevin		Unisex	Gift of God
Zi		Unisex	Purple; Violet
Ziare		Unisex	River
Zibiah		Unisex	Radiant or Gazelle
Zidan		Boy	Intelligent or cunning
Zie		Unisex	Creative and unique
Ziera		Unisex	Blossom; Flower
Zig		Unisex	Energetic; Adventurous
Zikmund		Boy	Victorious protection
Zila		Unisex	Shadow
Zilah		Unisex	Radiant, celestial, serenity
Zim		Boy	My Song; My joy; Song of Joy; A contracted form of the name Zimran
Zimi		Unisex	Limitless; Creative; Unique
Zimra		Boy	The song of praise
Zimri		Unisex	Prince, musical
Zin		Unisex	Precious or valuable
Zinn		Unisex	Someone who works with tin; A tin blacksmith
Zio		Unisex	Light, strong, unique
Zion		Unisex	Holy place
Ziona		Unisex	Bringer of happiness or joy
Zionah		Unisex	Faithful and strong
Zionne		Unisex	Unique; Strong; Divine
Ziora		Unisex	Gift from God
Zisha		Unisex	Joyful; Energetic; Radiant
Ziv		Boy	Radiance; Brightness; Brilliance
Ziven		Unisex	Alive, vibrant, spirited
Ziya		Unisex	Radiance or light
Ziza		Unisex	Abundance; Plentifulness
Zizi		Unisex	Exotic, unique, spirited
Zoah		Unisex	Life
Zoeya		Unisex	Light; Radiant; Joyful
Zohaan		Boy	Gift of God
Zohar		Unisex	Radiance or brilliance
Zohara		Unisex	Radiant, luminous, shining
Zolan		Unisex	Strong and courageous
Zollie		Boy	Peace
Zophia		Unisex	Wisdom, strength, beauty
Zuley		Unisex	Radiant, beautiful, joyful
Zuria		Unisex	White; Bright
Zuriah		Boy	Energy; Enthusiasm; Determination
Zuriel		Unisex	God is my rock
Zury		Unisex	Rock; God's light
Zvi		Boy	Deer, gazelle
Zyann		Unisex	Life and grace
Zygmunt		Boy	Victorious defender
Zyler		Unisex	Unique; Modern; Characterful; Strong
Zyn		Unisex	Unique; Modern
Zyon		Unisex	Godly, unique, strong
Zyva		Unisex	Vibrant life

Hebrew boy names are like precious gems, holding significant meanings and deep-rooted histories. Whether inspired by the Bible or from Jewish traditions, these names possess a spiritual allure that resonates with families worldwide. From timeless classics like David to modern choices like Ariel, Hebrew names exude faith and praise. They instill a sense of identity and forge a connection to rich historical and spiritual traditions, bestowing beauty and sophistication upon your little one's personality.

Infographic: Hebrew Baby Boy Names That Will Delight You

Hebrew names have been used for boys since time immemorial. These names carry immense significance since they often reflect Jewish history and culture. These names have moved to parts of the world with Jews, making the names popular in other communities as well. Read this infographic to find out the popular Hebrew names for boys with strong meanings.

Illustration: Momjunction Design Team