Phinehas

English, Egyptian

"the Nubian"

Phinehas Origin and Meaning

The name Phinehas is a boy's name.

Phinehas is a masculine name of Hebrew origin from the Bible, where Phinehas was the grandson of Aaron and known for his zealous defense of God's covenant. The name may derive from the Egyptian term meaning 'the Nubian' or possibly from Hebrew elements meaning 'mouth of brass.' This distinctively biblical name carries strong religious connotations of devotion, righteousness, and moral courage. Though uncommon in mainstream usage, Phinehas has maintained consistent but rare presence among devout Christian and Jewish families seeking names with strong spiritual significance. The name experienced a slight increase in usage with the rise of unique biblical names in the early 2000s. Despite its ancient origins, Phinehas has a distinctive quality that sets it apart from more common biblical choices.

Famous People Named Phinehas

• Phinehas son of Eleazar, and the High Priest Aaron's grandson (Ex. 6:25)
• Phinehas the priest Eli's son (1 Samuel 1:3)