6576 Judaism Baby Girl Names With Meanings

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.

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Demiya	Unisex	Divine; Heavenly; Gift from God
Deny	Unisex	To refuse; Reject
Deren	Unisex	Gifted; Imaginative; Visionary
Derora	Girl	Freedom
Deryn	Unisex	Bird
Deshane	Girl	God is merciful; Yahweh is gracious
Detra	Unisex	Variant of Deitra; Daughter
Deuel	Unisex	Strong ruler
Devorah	Girl	Bee or one who speaks kind words
Dewey	Unisex	Beloved; Adored one

Dikla	Girl	Palm tree
Dimaggio	Unisex	Strong and resolute
Dine	Girl	Yiddish form of Dinah; Judgment
Dinora	Girl	A form of the Hebrew name Dinah; Avenged
Divad	Unisex	Beloved
Djoser	Unisex	Unification and stability
Dobby	Unisex	Loyal house elf
Dodger	Unisex	One who avoids or evades something; Cleverness; Deceitfulness
Donya	Girl	Worldly, influential, determined
Doren	Unisex	Gift of God

Dumas	Unisex	From the farm or market
Dupont	Unisex	From the bridge
Dvoire	Girl	A form of Divorah; Bee
Dvosye	Girl	Yiddish form of Deborah; Bee
Edriana	Girl	Strength and beauty
Edu	Girl	Wealth; Prosperity
Efran	Unisex	Fruitful
Efrata	Unisex	Fruitful land or place
Efrin	Unisex	Fruitful
Eilon	Unisex	Oak tree or strong

Einstein	Unisex	Genius or brilliant mind
Eizen	Unisex	Iron; Strong; Determined
Elaida	Girl	Noble; Graceful; Extraordinary
Elaisha	Girl	Heavenly; Joyful; God is salvation
Elayah	Unisex	God is my refuge
Eleah	Unisex	God is my god
Elexis	Unisex	Defender; Helper
Elhan	Unisex	Beautiful; Handsome; With good looks
Eliad	Unisex	Gift of God
Elianny	Girl	My God has answered.

Eliason	Unisex	Son of Elias
Eliath	Unisex	The lord is my God
Elick	Unisex	Jehovah is God; The Lord is my God
Eliese	Unisex	Noble, strong, and divine
Elieth	Unisex	God has answered
Elihana	Girl	Exalted grace
Elik	Unisex	Unique and uncommon name
Elilah	Unisex	God is my strength
Elim	Unisex	God of eternity
Elioenai	Unisex	Towards God; My eyes are towards God

Eliphaz	Unisex	God is my strength
Elishah	Unisex	God is salvation
Elishua	Unisex	God is my salvation
Eliyana	Girl	God has answered
Eliyanah	Unisex	God answered
Elkie	Girl	God bought.
Ellah	Unisex	Compassionate, graceful, powerful
Ellanor	Girl	Light; Bright; Shining one
Ellaria	Girl	Light; Bright
Elliah	Unisex	God is my Lord

Ellian	Unisex	My God has answered
Ellion	Unisex	Strong; Noble; Virtuous
Elliyah	Girl	Yahweh is God
Ellyanna	Girl	Shining light; Beautifully bright
Ellyssa	Unisex	Noble; Rational
Elnathan	Unisex	God has given
Eloah	Unisex	God or deity
Elohim	Unisex	God or gods in Hebrew
Elovie	Unisex	Charming and unique
Elowin	Unisex	Elm tree; A variant of Elowen

Elrena	Girl	Strong; Noble
Elula	Unisex	August
Elyah	Unisex	God is my God; My God is Yahweh
Elyan	Unisex	God is my oak tree
Elyana	Girl	Heavenly; Gracious; Blessed
Elyra	Unisex	Heavenly harp; Divine music
Elyze	Unisex	Pledged to God
Elzada	Unisex	God's gift
Emeth	Unisex	Truthful, honest, steadfast
Emiyah	Unisex	Unique; Feminine; Spiritual

Emryn	Unisex	Immortal one; Eternal
Emunah	Girl	Faith
Emzara	Unisex	Mother of a princess
Enosh	Unisex	Human, mortal, weak
Enza	Girl	Consecrated; Abundance
Ergo	Unisex	Therefore; As a result; Consequence
Erris	Unisex	War goddess
Erza	Unisex	Strong warrior
Eshton	Unisex	Heartfelt; Passionate
Essen	Unisex	To eat; A city in Germany

Essi	Girl	Star
Esti	Girl	Genuine or sincere
Estie	Girl	My apologies, but I don't have the information you're seeking
Evett	Unisex	Life; Living one
Ezarah	Unisex	Strength; Determination; Leadership
Ezelea	Girl	A woman who looks like a flower
Ezer	Unisex	Help
Ezrael	Unisex	God is my help
Faelen	Unisex	Like a wolf
Faiga	Girl	One who is bird-like

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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.

adorable girl names from judaism (infographic)

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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