Hebrew Names

This is one of several Hebrew names with the beginning syllable Chaz. 

Chazon

More orthodox spelling of a name that also appears as Hazaiah and Hazaia.  An obscure Biblical choice that has some modern zest.

Chazaiah

This one may well be an undiscovered choice for many parents - it has a fabulous meaning, a sturdy surname-name appeal that is very on trend right now and several great namesakes including the Bartlett pear and the tome of quotations. Despite that third T, it could also be a favorite of The West Wing fans wanting to evoke fictional president Jed Bartlet.

Bartlett

Permanent property of that devilish little Simpson kid. 

Bart

Definitely a name you won't hear in every playground, Dalfon (also spelled Dalphon) is a highly unusual weather name with a distinctive sound.

Dalfon

Belshazzar was a Babylonian prince, a real historical figure who stars in a fictionalized tale Belshazzar's Feast, in the Book of Daniel

Belshazzar

Known from the Menotti opera, Amahl and the Night Visitors, this is a subdued and gentle name. 

Amahl

Benevolent name found in Israel in several forms, including Doran and Doroni. 

Doron

Dovev

Hard to think of this name without "Captain" in front of it. 

Ahab

Adaiah is a rare Old Testament name with a pleasing sound. 

Adaiah

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.

Avshalom

This Biblical bird name, a variant of Ephron, suddenly feels like it could be usable thanks to actor Zac Efron. However, in reality, few if any parents seem to be using it yet.

Efron

Eilon, a fraternal twin of the name Elon, was the Biblical grandson of Jacob. A rare name, Elon is getting some recent notice thanks to Tesla maker Elon Musk.

Eilon

Absalom, because of its biblical and literary associations, just might appeal to the daring namegiver. 
 In the Old Testament, Absalom was the handsome, favored but rebellious son of King David. In literature, Absalom appears in Chaucer's The Canterbury Tales, as the repeated title of a Faulkner novel--which refers to the biblical personage rather than the name of a character-- in the novel Cry, the Beloved Country and, on a more trivial note, as the name of the caterpillar in the Tim Burton version of "Alice in Wonderland."
 The growing-in-popularity Axel is the Scandinavian form of the name.

Absalom

Along with Shem and Japheth, a son of Noah with a name that's almost never used -- for more obvious reasons than those of his brothers. 

Avron is a masculine name with Hebrew origins, functioning as a variant of Aaron or Aron. The name carries the rich historical significance of its root name, connected to Moses's brother in biblical tradition. Linguistically, scholars have suggested meanings including "mountain of strength," "exalted teacher," or "bearer of martyrs." The spelling variation with the 'v' gives the name a slightly different phonetic quality (AV-ron rather than AIR-on) while maintaining its cultural heritage. Avron has remained relatively uncommon in mainstream usage, making it an option for parents who appreciate the historical grounding of biblical names but desire something less frequently encountered. The name carries a strong, distinctive sound with its crisp consonants, conveying a sense of strength and dignity.

Avron

In Exodus, a son of Aaron: an interesting, undiscovered Old Testament name. 

Elazer

Avrom is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, representing a Yiddish variant of Abraham. The name carries the profound meaning 'father of many nations' or 'father of multitudes.' Primarily used in Jewish communities, particularly among Ashkenazi Jews, Avrom maintains strong cultural and religious significance. While less common than Abraham or Avraham in mainstream usage, it remains an important traditional name in certain communities. The name honors the biblical patriarch Abraham, a central figure in Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Avrom has a distinctive, dignified sound while maintaining the gravitas of its biblical roots. Its usage today often reflects cultural heritage and family traditions.

Avrom

Abiah is a gentle, rarely used Old Testament name belonging to Samuel's second son. This makes a good choice for the parent who wants a traditional biblical name that is not overly familiar.


Abiah

Hebrew names used widely in the modern world include Noah, Isabella, Elizabeth, Sarah, Asher, Elijah, Jacob, Leah, James, John, Michael, Mary, and Eva. 

 include Ariel, Delilah, Eliana, Eva, Maya, and Naomi. For boys, 

 include Asher, Elijah, Jacob, Levi, and Noah. In Israel, popular names include Tamar, Shira, Uri, and Noam.

 are some of the best-known as well as the most interesting Hebrew baby names today.

 often have Hebrew origins. Recommended choices include Delilah, Dinah, Keziah, Esther, and Susannah.

 include such appealing Hebrew boy names as Amos, Asher, Eli, Ezra, and Moses.

Hebrew is spoken in modern Israel, so it's both an ancient and a living language. Names popular in modern Israel include many Hebrew names but some modern Israeli names as well. 

If you’re searching for Hebrew names for your baby or simply want to survey all the options with roots in ancient languages and cultures, here is the full range of Hebrew name choices in our database, ordered by their current popularity on Nameberry.

Hebrew names including Hebrew boy names and Hebrew girl names for jewish babies with meaning and popularity (Page 43)