Hebrew Names
- Sharai
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"princess"Description:
See SARAI.
- Zakk
Origin:
Hebrew, Short form of ZacharyMeaning:
"the Lord has remembered"Description:
Zakk is an ekstra-kinetic spelling of a short form that's more and more often standing on its own, also as Zac, Zak, Zach, and Zack. This version is largely associated with musician Zakk Wylde.
- Arella
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"messenger from God, angel"Description:
Bell-like and original.
- Jotham
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"the Lord is perfect"Description:
Jotham is an Old Testament name that today would certainly be the only one in his class, having something of an urban feel via its similarity to the word 'gotham'. In the Bible one Jotham is the sole surviving son of Gideon after the massacre of his brothers, the other is a king of Judah who was an enthusiastic builder. Jotham Riddle is a character in James Fenimore Cooper's novel The Pioneers, while Jotham Powell appears in Edith Wharton's Ethan Frome.
- Nyomi
Origin:
Variation of Naomi, HebrewMeaning:
"pleasantness"Description:
This spelling of Naomi guarantees you'll get the pronunciation you desire.
- Afra
Origin:
Arabic; HebrewMeaning:
"color of earth; dust"Description:
Earthier version of the name of England's first female professional writer, Aphra Behn.
- Haya
Origin:
Hebrew or JapaneseMeaning:
"life; universal feathers"Description:
Appealing crosscultural choice.
- Avshalom
Description:
Avshalom is a masculine Hebrew name meaning 'father of peace' or 'my father is peace.' It appears in the Hebrew Bible as the name of King David's son (often transliterated as Absalom in English translations). The name combines 'av' (father) with 'shalom' (peace), reflecting important values in Jewish tradition. While relatively uncommon outside of Israel and Jewish communities, Avshalom carries deep cultural and religious significance. In Israel, it has maintained steady usage, connecting modern bearers to ancient biblical heritage. The name's biblical associations include a complex narrative, as the biblical Avshalom rebelled against his father, adding layers of historical depth to this traditional name with its inherently peaceful meaning.
- Josepha
Origin:
Feminine variation of Joseph, HebrewMeaning:
"Jehovah increases"Description:
Josepha is less heard in this country than in other parts of the world, seen as a slightly awkward feminization a la Ricarda and Benjamina. In the U.S., Josephine or Joanna is the more usual feminine form of Joseph, though you might consider Josepha if you want to break rank.
- Shula
Origin:
Arabic or diminutive of Shulamit, HebrewMeaning:
"flame; peace"Description:
Shula is a short form often used on its own in Israel. Sula is another, related, option. As an Arabic name, it has a bright, fiery meaning.
- Zeév
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"wolf"Description:
Sharp and sleek, it refers to Benjamin being compared to a wolf in Genesis.
- Naava
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"delightful, beautiful"Description:
Sultry name given added interest by that double 'a'.
- Laban
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"white"Description:
An Old Testament name used by the Puritans, less well known than female relatives Rebecca, Rachel, and Leah and as deserving of revival.
- Shalom
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"peace"Description:
Familiar as the most common form of greeting in Hebrew, but also associated with top female model Shalom Harlow.
- Dathan
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"fountain"Description:
Obscure Old Testament name that rhymes with (and might be a substitute for) Nathan.
- Zilla
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"shadow"Description:
Although this Old Testament name is soft and delicate, it runs the risk of conjuring up the monstrous Godzilla.
- Dayanah
Origin:
Spelling variation of Dayana
- Aharon
Origin:
Variation of Aaron, HebrewMeaning:
"high mountain; exalted, enlightened"Description:
Aharon is one of the many variations of the Old Testament Aaron, one of the first Biblical patriarch names to become trendy in the modern world.
- Kaylie
Origin:
Short form of Kayla, Arabic and HebrewMeaning:
"laurel, crown"Description:
A cute nickname name that's risen high over the past decade or so, more especially as Kaylee, this name combines the attributes of Hailey and Kayla, Kylie and Callie.
- Gahan
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"the Lord is gracious"Description:
Rare Scottish variant of John, with multicultural overtones.
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