5391 Girl Names From Judaism

An exquisite list of Jewish naming options from the ancient land of Israel.

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Jewish girl names are backed by the rich history, culture and traditions of an ancient nation. Judaism is an Abrahamic religion that the ancient Hebrews practiced. Judaism is an intricate and complex religion that lists out the theology, law, and innumerable cultural traditions that must be followed by people belonging to this faith. Jewish names are phonetically pleasing and usually possess profound meanings. The names traditionally adopted by people of this religion have a strong religious association. They may sometimes also be associated with elements of nature, social construct, and traditions followed by the people. Judaism is believed to have been the religion of the ancient Israelites (1). This religion has had a profound influence on the naming system of the followers. Israeli Jews have usually been observed to name their children after people in their immediate family. The naming system comprises a personal name followed by a surname. Jews in different parts of the world possess slightly different naming customs. For example, Sephardi or Mizrahi Jews, who are essentially Spanish Jews, name the family's eldest son after the paternal grandfather and the eldest daughter after the paternal grandmother. In numerous cases, Jewish names are inspired by the names and figures in Jewish texts. Some of the potential Jewish names that can be assigned to your little angel include names such as Abriana, which is a female variant of Abraham that means ‘father of a multitude,’ Hudes meaning ‘One who is praised by everyone,’ Khama meaning ‘Embodiment of Forgiveness’ and Lanette meaning ‘Fair, good looking woman.’ Jewish names are unique and a wonderful category of names to choose from. Read through our extensive list of names compiled for your understanding of the name and its meaning. Do not forget to save intriguing names for future reference.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Olivia	Girl	Peace; Olive tree
Isabella	Girl	God is my oath
Mia	Girl	Mine; Dear; Darling
Penelope	Girl	Weaver
Mila	Girl	Gracious; Dear
Nora	Girl	Light; Bright; Honorable
Ellie	Girl	God is my light; My God is an oath; Torch
Lily	Girl	Lily; Purity; Innocence
Nova	Girl	New star
Grace	Girl	Goodness; Generosity

Hannah	Girl	Grace; Favor; God has favored me
Leah	Girl	Weary; Tired
Lillian	Girl	Lily; Purity
Naomi	Girl	Pleasantness; Beautiful
Natalie	Girl	Born on Christmas
Aaliyah	Girl	Ascending; Highborn; Exalted; Sublime; Lofty
Madelyn	Girl	Of Magdala; Tower
Bella	Girl	Beautiful; God is my oath
Natalia	Girl	Born on Christmas
Nevaeh	Girl	Heaven

Lydia	Girl	Woman from Lydia
Eva	Girl	To breathe; To live; Mother of life; Full of life
Madeline	Girl	Of Magdala; High Tower
Piper	Girl	Pipe player
Peyton	Girl	Fighting man's estate; Warrior's town
Liliana	Girl	Lily; Purity; Innocence
Maeve	Girl	One who rules or intoxicates
Elliana	Girl	My God has answered; Sun; Light of favor
Mary	Girl	Beloved; Exalted; Sea of bitterness; Wished-for child
Lucia	Girl	Light

Norah	Girl	Honor; Respect; Shining light; Sunrays
Ariella	Girl	Lioness of God
Ada	Girl	Noble; First-born girl; Island; Adornment; Ornament;
Olive	Girl	Olive trees
Molly	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child
Noelle	Girl	Birth
Londyn	Girl	A river that is too wild to cross
Aliyah	Girl	Exalted; Sublime; Ascent
Lilly	Girl	Lily; Pure; Innocence
Lila	Girl	Playful; Dark beauty

Nyla	Girl	Achiever
Annie	Girl	Grace; Favor
Rachel	Girl	Ewe; Female sheep
Lilah	Girl	Night beauty; Delicate
Phoebe	Girl	Bright; Radiant
Octavia	Girl	Eight
Lainey	Girl	Torch; Bright light
Malia	Girl	Bitter; Star of the sea; A wished for child
Lola	Girl	Lady of sorrows
Miriam	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Beloved; Star of the sea

Payton	Girl	Fighter's estate; Noble
Lilith	Girl	Person of the night
Annabelle	Girl	Favored grace
Lucille	Girl	Light; To shine
Maggie	Girl	Pearl
Joanna	Girl	God is gracious
Lena	Girl	Torch; Bright shining light
Milani	Girl	A soft and gentle affectionate touch
Lia	Girl	Weary; Relaxed
Madilyn	Girl	Mary Magdalene; Tower

Ophelia	Girl	Help; Benefit
Nina	Girl	Little girl; God is gracious
Aniyah	Girl	God is gracious
Nicole	Girl	Victory of the people
Mariah	Girl	The Lord is my teacher; Bitter; From the sea
Ariyah	Girl	Lion; Noble; Melody
Makayla	Girl	Like God
Arielle	Girl	Lioness of God
Lilliana	Girl	Lily; Purtiy
Madeleine	Girl	Of Magdala

Nayeli	Girl	Expression of love; Open
Laura	Girl	Laurel; Victory
Michelle	Girl	Who is like God?
Luciana	Girl	Light; Illumination
Liana	Girl	My God has answered; To twine around
Lyric	Girl	Songlike
Lexi	Girl	Defender; Helper
Makenzie	Girl	Child of Coinneach; Beautiful; Good
Ariah	Girl	Song; Melody; Gold
Carmen	Girl	Garden; God's vineyard; Plantation; Mountain

Maren	Girl	Sea; Star of the sea
Lorelei	Girl	Murmuring rock; Alluring temptress
Nadia	Girl	Hope; Moist; Tender; Delicate
Jacqueline	Girl	Supplanter; May God protect; Holder of the heel
Jessica	Girl	God beholds
Elaine	Girl	Torch; Light; Moon; My God has answered me
Mira	Girl	A wonderous beauty; Peace; Sea; Ocean
Lyra	Girl	Lyre
Madelynn	Girl	Woman who was born in Magdala; Tower
Kyla	Girl	Victorious

Maci	Girl	Of Massy; Gift of God
Mae	Girl	A bitter pearl
Leona	Girl	Brave lioness
Macie	Girl	Of Massy; Weapon; Gift of God
Lorelai	Girl	Murmuring rock; Alluring temptress
Madilynn	Girl	One who is from Magdala
Anya	Girl	Grace; Favored by God
Mallory	Girl	Unhappy; Unlucky
Hanna	Girl	Favor; Grace; God has favored me
Abby	Girl	My father's joy; My father is cheerful; He rejoices

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Jewish girl names are both lovely and distinct. They often draw inspiration from characters and themes in Jewish texts, infusing them with deep meaning. These names have the potential to make a positive impact on a child's life. However, it's essential to remember that a name's influence is minor compared to the child's upbringing. Feel free to explore our list of baby names to learn more.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do Jews name a baby girl?

In Jewish tradition, baby names are chosen within the first few weeks of life. In the naming ceremony, the Hebrew name may resemble the secular/English name or share a similar sound. Ashkenazi Jews often choose names to honor deceased relatives, while Sephardic Jews often name their children after living relatives (1).

2. Why is the naming of a girl important in Judaism?

In Judaism, an individual’s name carries a sense of belonging within a community. Naming rituals are pivotal in the rites of passage of different societies, distinguishing between those who are part of the community and those who are not. Within Jewish culture, these naming ceremonies also shed light on the role and status of women, showcasing their significance within the broader cultural context (2).

3. Do we get a new name when we convert to Judaism?

Adopting a Hebrew name as part of your conversion process is common. This Hebrew name holds symbolic significance and represents their new identity as Jewish community members. The name may either be chosen by the converted individuals themselves or through the traditional system where the new name contains elements denoting ‘son or daughter of Abraham and Sarah.’

4. What is the significance of naming a Jewish baby girl after a deceased relative?

In Ashkenazi tradition or Jewish communities with origins in Central and Eastern Europe, it is common to name a newborn after a recently deceased family member, such as a grandparent or great-grandparent. This gesture honors the deceased, passes on their positive attributes, and keeps their memory alive through the child. It may also spark curiosity in the child about their namesake and encourage an interest in exploring family lineage.

Infographic: Beautiful Judaism Baby Names For Your Daughter

Judaism names are phonetically melodious and possess deep meanings associated with elements of nature and social construct. They are also distinctive in their spellings and pronunciation, making the bearer unique. Do go through this list of names that we have compiled to give you a better understanding of the names and their meanings.

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References

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Origins of Judaism.
https://www.edu.gov.mb.ca/k12/docs/support/world_religions/judaism/origins.pdf

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