Hebrew Names

The relationship to "ill" makes this and similar names less pleasing than the versions that start with A or E. 

Ilisha

Hulda

This is a streamlined spelling of the biblical Hephzibah. Hephzibah is an Old Testament name that came into use in the 17th century, but is not often used today. It does have less formal nicknames Eppie and Hepsie, which seem revivable. Hephzibah "Eppie" Cass/Marner is the heroine of George Eliot's novel Silas Marner and Hepzibah Smith is a witch in the Harry Potter series.

Hepzibah

Full of life and spirit, Chavalah is an elaboration of Chava — a modern Hebrew form of Eve. Sometimes spelled as Chavala and Chavaleh, it has the lovely meaning of "life".

Chavalah

Lively yet grounded, Chayim is currently less popular than Chaim, however it may lead more people to pronounce it with the -yeem ending, rather than to rhyme with time. 




Chayim

A variation of the rare Biblical name, Kenaniah, this form appears in the King James Bible. While the more approachable K- spelling has appeared several times in the US stats, this form has yet to rank.
 
In the Bible, the figure of Chenaniah is associated with music and leadership, responsible for directing musical worship among the Levites.

Chenaniah

An alternative to the more familiar Aviva. 

Haviva

Gay, nearly giddy, gee-whiz feel; also too reminscent of a gila monster. 

Geela

With "boyish" nicknames on trend for girls right now, could this distinctive spelling of Davey/Davie catch on? Could it be the next Everleigh?
 
Notably borne by actress Daveigh Chase, the name entered the US stats in 2003, following the release of both The Ring and Lilo and Stitch, in which the actress starred. While she pronounced her name as duh-VAY, it could be pronounced as DAY-vee too.

Daveigh

Interesting alternative to Dalila, relates to the Biblical Galilee. 

Galila

Well used in Israel and in Russia, either on its own or as an endearment for Galila or Galina. 

Galya

Gavriela is the feminine form of Gabriel, a name with Hebrew origins meaning 'God is my strength' or 'devoted to God.' This elegant variation maintains the spiritual significance of the original while offering a distinctly feminine character. While Gabriel has been widely used across many cultures for boys, Gavriela remains relatively uncommon, giving it a special quality. The name has roots in Jewish tradition, where biblical Gabriel was an archangel who served as a messenger of God. Gavriela combines spiritual depth with a melodic, flowing sound. The name may appeal to families looking for a name with religious significance that isn't overused, or those seeking to honor a male relative named Gabriel while using a feminine form.

Gavriela

Lilting and pretty but with plenty of spark, this hyphenated name has been a stylish choice in the 2020s in England and Wales. While the length of Delilah may mean Rose gets dropped in everyday usage, it is about ten times less popular than its singular form. 

Delilah-rose

Gavriella is a feminine name of Hebrew origin, the female form of Gabriel, meaning 'God is my strength' or 'devoted to God.' This elegant name combines biblical significance with a melodious quality. While less common than Gabriella (its variant spelling), Gavriella has gained modest popularity in Jewish communities and beyond. The name preserves the Hebrew pronunciation more closely than its variants, making it appealing to parents seeking authenticity. Gavriella offers numerous nickname possibilities, including Gavrie, Ella, or Rielle. With its beautiful sound, meaningful etymology, and balance between uniqueness and familiarity, Gavriella represents a choice that is distinctive without being difficult to pronounce or understand. Its usage has gradually increased in recent decades.

Gavriella

Gavrilla is a feminine variant of the Hebrew name Gabriel, meaning 'God is my strength.' While Gabriel has the more common feminine form Gabriella, Gavrilla offers a closer phonetic connection to the original Hebrew pronunciation (Gavri'el). This uncommon name carries the powerful religious associations of its root name—Gabriel being one of the archangels in Judeo-Christian and Islamic traditions. Gavrilla combines biblical gravitas with a distinctively feminine ending, creating a name that sounds both ancient and fresh. The name remains quite rare in English-speaking countries but may have more usage in Russian, Hebrew, or other Eastern European naming traditions. It appeals to parents seeking a spiritual name with strong meaning that isn't commonly heard.

Gavrilla

Dova is a simple but unusual name sometimes heard in Israel but virtually never in the US. Not a single girl was named Dova or Doveva in the US last year.

But bird name Dove is very much de la mode, which may open the door for Dova to get more love.

Dova

Gavrielle is the feminine form of Gabriel, with French influence in its spelling. The name derives from the Hebrew name Gabriel, meaning "God is my strength" or "God's able-bodied one." Gabriel appears as an archangel in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions. While Gabriel has been common for boys for centuries, the feminine versions like Gabrielle and Gavrielle emerged later and have been less widely used. The spelling with "v" rather than "b" reflects Hebrew and Russian transliteration influences, creating a unique variation that maintains the name's biblical roots while offering a distinctive quality. Gavrielle has never been common in English-speaking countries but appeals to parents seeking a name with spiritual significance, feminine elegance, and a slightly unconventional spelling that sets it apart from the more frequently used Gabrielle.

Gavrielle

A short form of Gavrielle, used predominantly in Israel, much like an equivalent to Gabi or Gabby. 

Gavi

Girlish for Ethan: attractive and unusual. 

Etana

While Elah may look (and be used) as an alternative spelling of Ella, it is in fact a Biblical name, borne by the fourth king of Israel in the Old Testament. Associated with the terebinth tree, a type of tree that grew populously on the ancient eastern shores of the Mediterranean Sea, in some Biblical translations, it is equated with the oak tree. 
 
Pronounced with the emphasis on the second syllable, it is predominantly used for girls, but might appeal to those looking for rare Biblical names and alternatives to Elijah and Elian, and to those who prefer gentler, unisex options, like Noa, Misha, and Ellis.

Elah

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.

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