Old Testament baby names

From Hebrew 'Avner', meaning 'father of light' or 'my father is light', derived from 'av' (father) and 'ner' (light).

From Hebrew 'Uziyahu' meaning 'God is my strength.' A biblical name borne by a king of Judah known for religious reforms.

The Lord has established. Biblical name appearing in the Old Testament as a son of King David.

From Hebrew 'Rivkah', meaning 'to bind' or 'to join'. In the Bible, Rebekah was Isaac's wife and mother of Jacob and Esau.

Son of Yahweh. Biblical name borne by a military commander under King David, known for his valor and loyalty.

Yahweh has hidden or treasured. A biblical prophet and book of the Old Testament conveying divine judgment and redemption.

From Hebrew 'Abi' (father) and 'El' (God), meaning 'My Father is God' or 'God is my father'. A biblical name denoting divine paternity.

From Hebrew 'Shulamit', meaning 'peaceful one' or 'woman of peace', referenced in the Bible as the Shulamite woman in Song of Songs.

God is my strength. Biblical name of a king of Judah known for religious reform and restoration of the Temple.

From Hebrew 'Uziyahu' meaning 'God is my strength.' A biblical name borne by kings of Judah, symbolizing divine power and protection.

From Hebrew 'adah' meaning 'ornament' or 'beauty'. Also associated with the biblical figure Adah, wife of Lamech in the Book of Genesis.

From Hebrew 'Hanokh', meaning 'dedicated' or 'initiated.' In the Bible, Enoch was a patriarch who walked with God and was taken to heaven without experiencing death.

From Hebrew 'Asa'el', meaning 'God has made' or 'created by God'. A biblical name borne by several figures in the Old Testament.

From Hebrew meaning 'God is my God' or 'my God is strength'. A biblical name with spiritual significance.

From Hebrew 'eli' (God) and 'melech' (king), meaning 'my God is king'. A biblical name borne by Naomi's husband in the Book of Ruth.

From Hebrew Yoʾāv meaning 'Yahweh is father.' Borne by King David's military commander in the Old Testament.

God is salvation. A variant of Josiah, combining the divine name Jah with the Hebrew word for deliverance.

From Hebrew Azariah meaning 'God has helped.' A biblical name borne by several figures in the Old Testament.

From Hebrew 'Esav', meaning 'hairy' or 'rough'. In the Bible, Esau was the elder twin son of Isaac and Rebekah, known for his ruddy complexion and hunting prowess.

From Hebrew 'Pinchas', meaning 'serpent's mouth' or 'oracle'. A biblical name borne by Aaron's grandson, a priest of Israel.

God is my God. A biblical name borne by a palace official under King Hezekiah, symbolizing divine authority and service.

From Hebrew Yapheth, meaning 'he shall enlarge.' One of Noah's three sons in the Bible, associated with expansion and growth.

From Hebrew Zebadiah meaning 'God has given' or 'gift of the Lord', borne by the father of James and John in the New Testament.

God has seen; the Lord sees. A biblical name borne by a Syrian king in the Old Testament, representing divine witness and sight.

From Hebrew meaning 'Yahweh is he', a king of Israel known for his fierce chariot driving and military campaigns.

Yahweh is my strength. Biblical name borne by a king of Judah in the Old Testament, signifying divine power and protection.

From Hebrew meaning 'friend' or 'associate'. Biblical name borne by a descendant of Shem in the Book of Genesis.

From Hebrew Bathsheba, wife of King David. Means 'daughter of the oath' or 'daughter of seven'.

God has gathered or collected. A name borne by a psalmist and temple musician in ancient Israel, appearing in biblical genealogies and the Book of Psalms.

From Hebrew Zebulun, meaning 'dwelling' or 'exalted residence.' One of the twelve tribes of Israel in the Old Testament.

From Hebrew 'Yo'ash' meaning 'God has given' or 'whom Jehovah hastened.' A biblical name borne by a king of Judah.

From Hebrew Menasheh, meaning 'causing to forget.' In the Bible, Joseph's firstborn son received this name because God made Jacob forget his suffering.

From Hebrew 'Yotham' meaning 'God is perfect' or 'the Lord is perfect', a biblical name borne by a king of Judah.

From Hebrew Naftali, meaning 'my wrestling' or 'God wrestled'. Biblical name of Jacob's son and a tribe of Israel.

From Hebrew 'avi' (father) and 'shai' (gift), meaning 'my father is a gift.' A biblical name borne by David's nephew and valiant warrior.

From Hebrew 'Yedidyah' meaning 'beloved of the Lord.' A biblical name borne by King David's son and later prophets.

God has risen or God's counsel. Biblical name borne by a son of Nahor in the Old Testament, symbolizing divine guidance and elevation.

From Hebrew Zebulun, meaning 'dwelling' or 'exalted dwelling.' One of the twelve tribes of Israel in the Old Testament.

Rest, repose. Biblical name borne by the father of Samson, representing divine rest and peace in Hebrew tradition.

From Hebrew 'Zebadyah' meaning 'God has given' or 'gift from God', combining 'zebed' (gift) and 'yah' (God).

Ancient biblical name meaning 'my king is righteousness,' borne by a mysterious priest-king in Genesis who blessed Abraham.

God scatters or God sows. A biblical place name (valley in ancient Palestine) symbolizing divine dispersal and agricultural abundance.

From Hebrew 'Be'ulah' meaning 'married' or 'claimed.' Biblical name for the land of Israel in a state of restored blessing and covenant.

From Hebrew Yeshayahu meaning 'God is salvation.' A biblical prophet's name with deep spiritual significance.

From Hebrew meaning 'God knows' or 'whom Jehovah knows', a biblical name denoting divine awareness and favor.

My Lord is Yahweh. Biblical name of King David's son, combining 'adon' (lord) and 'yah' (God's name).

God has made or God is my father. Biblical name borne by a warrior and nephew of King David in the Old Testament.

From Hebrew meaning 'whom God makes sorrowful' or 'God causes pain.' Biblical figure known for his prayer and faithfulness despite hardship.

From Hebrew 'Tobiah' meaning 'God is good.' A biblical name borne by several righteous figures in the Old Testament.

From Hebrew meaning 'shadow' or 'shade'. In the Bible, Zillah was a wife of Lamech and mother of Tubal-cain, representing strength and maternal legacy.

Daughter of God; biblical name of an Egyptian princess who became Moses' adoptive mother in the Book of Exodus

From Hebrew Yuval, meaning 'stream' or 'flowing water.' In the Bible, Jubal was the son of Lamech and inventor of musical instruments.

From Hebrew 'am' (people) and 'ram' (high/exalted), meaning 'exalted people' or 'high nation'. Notable as the father of Moses in biblical tradition.

One of Noah's three sons in the Bible, meaning 'name' or 'renown' in Hebrew. A foundational biblical patriarch and ancestor of Semitic peoples.

My Father is Yahweh. Biblical name borne by several Old Testament figures, signifying divine paternity and covenant relationship.

God is my protection, from the Hebrew 'Betzalel.' A master craftsman in the Bible who built the Tabernacle.

From Hebrew meaning 'My God is Yahweh', a biblical name borne by a son of King David, combining El (God) and Yahu (Yahweh).

From Hebrew Yapheth, son of Noah in the Bible, possibly meaning 'he shall enlarge' or 'expansion'

From Hebrew meaning 'God supports' or 'God has healed', referring to the righteous King Josiah of Judah in the Old Testament.

God has comforted. Biblical name of a Jewish leader who returned from Babylonian exile and rebuilt Jerusalem's walls.

From the biblical name Shadrach, one of the three Hebrew youths in the Book of Daniel. Meaning uncertain, possibly related to 'command of the moon' or a Babylonian adaptation.

From Hebrew 'av' (father) and 'shalom' (peace). Father of peace, or my father is peace.

From Hebrew 'Benayahu' meaning 'son of Yahweh.' A biblical name borne by one of King David's mighty warriors.

From Hebrew meaning 'he who watches' or 'strength'. In the Bible, Onan was a son of Judah, a significant figure in the Judah and Tamar narrative.

From Hebrew meaning 'breach' or 'breaking forth.' In the Bible, Perez was the son of Judah and Tamar, born after breaking through the womb before his twin.

From Hebrew meaning 'my people' or 'people of God'. Biblical name of a Levite musician in King David's court.

God is my salvation. Biblical name of a son of Japheth, combining 'Eli' (God) with 'shah' (salvation/deliverance).

From Hebrew meaning 'my embrace is God' or 'God embraces.' Name of an Old Testament prophet known for his passionate questioning of divine justice.

From Hebrew meaning 'married' or 'possession,' biblical name of King David's wife, mother of Solomon

From Hebrew 'Gilad', a mountainous region east of the Jordan River, meaning 'heap of stones' or 'testimony of stones', symbolizing witness and endurance.

From Hebrew Jephthah, meaning 'he opens' or 'God opens'. A biblical judge of Israel known for his military leadership and complex legacy.

From Hebrew 'Uziyahu', meaning 'God is my strength.' A biblical name borne by several figures in the Old Testament.

From Hebrew Ephraim, meaning 'fruitful' or 'doubly fruitful'. Biblical name of Joseph's son, representing one of the twelve tribes of Israel.

From Hebrew meaning 'shelter' or 'refuge'. In the Bible, Achsah was the daughter of Caleb, known for her wisdom and courage.

From Hebrew Azariah meaning 'God has helped.' A biblical name borne by several figures in the Old Testament.

From Hebrew Menashe, meaning 'causing to forget.' Biblical name of Joseph's firstborn son and a tribe of Israel.

From Hebrew 'Ebenezer' meaning 'stone of help,' symbolizing divine aid and remembrance of God's assistance in times of need.

Desolation or waste; God has heard. A biblical name borne by a servant of David and a descendant of Judah.

Daughter of Sheba. Biblical name of King David's wife, combining 'bat' (daughter) with the place name Sheba.

From Hebrew Yeshayahu, meaning 'God is salvation.' A biblical name borne by the major prophet Isaiah.

From Hebrew meaning 'God is exalted.' Biblical name borne by a queen of Judah in the Old Testament.

From Hebrew Hoshea meaning 'salvation' or 'God saves'. A biblical prophet and book of the Old Testament.

From Hebrew 'El' (God) and 'azar' (help), meaning 'God helps'. A biblical name appearing in the Old Testament.

God is my strength. A biblical name borne by a king of Judah known for religious reform and restoration of the temple.

From Hebrew Shimshon, meaning 'sun' or 'bright one'. Famous as the biblical judge with supernatural strength.

From Hebrew Chanokh, meaning 'dedicated' or 'initiated.' In the Bible, Enoch was a righteous man who walked with God and was taken to heaven without experiencing death.

God has remembered. A significant biblical name borne by a post-exilic prophet and priest in the Hebrew scriptures.

From Hebrew Ephrayim, meaning 'doubly fruitful' or 'fruitfulness.' Biblical name of Joseph's son and a major Israelite tribe.

My God is salvation. Derived from Hebrew elements 'eli' (God) and 'ezer' (help/salvation), signifying divine assistance and redemption.

From Hebrew 'Shimeon' meaning 'he has heard' or 'God has heard.' Associated with one of the Twelve Apostles of Jesus.

Servant of Yahweh. From Hebrew 'Obadyah,' combining 'abad' (servant) and 'yah' (God).

God hears. From Hebrew Yishmael, borne by Abraham's son in the Bible, representing one cast out yet chosen by divine grace.

From Hebrew meaning 'God is my strength.' A biblical name borne by a king of Judah known for religious reform and restoration of the Temple.

From Hebrew Avigayil meaning 'father's joy' or 'my father is joy'. A biblical name borne by the wise wife of King David.

From Hebrew meaning 'God is my deliverer' or 'God has delivered.' A biblical name borne by a son of King David.

From Hebrew 'Eli' (my God) and 'azar' (help), meaning 'God is my help'. A biblical name borne by a high priest in the Old Testament.

From Hebrew 'Uziyahu', meaning 'God is my strength'. A biblical name borne by several kings of Judah.

From Hebrew 'Naftali,' meaning 'my wrestling' or 'God has wrestled.' A biblical name from the tribe of Naphtali in the Old Testament.

From Hebrew 'el' (God) and 'yom' (day), meaning 'devoted to God' or 'God is with him'. Biblical name borne by a wise man in Proverbs.

Beloved of the Lord, from Hebrew Yedidyah combining yedid (beloved) and Yah (God)

From Hebrew Yapheth, a son of Noah in the Bible. The name means 'he shall enlarge' or 'expansion,' reflecting God's blessing of expansion and prosperity.

From Hebrew 'tzippor' meaning 'bird'. In the Torah, Tzipora was the wife of Moses, a Midianite woman whose name symbolizes grace and freedom.

From Hebrew meaning 'incense' or 'fragrant.' Keturah was Abraham's second wife in the Bible, known for her descendants who became Arabian tribes.

From Hebrew 'Tirzah' meaning 'pleasantness' or 'delight'. A biblical place name and daughter of Zelophehad in the Book of Numbers.

From Hebrew Zebadyah meaning 'God has given' or 'gift of the Lord', a biblical name borne by the father of James and John in the New Testament.

From Hebrew Ephrath, meaning 'fruitful' or 'fertile'. Biblical place name associated with Bethlehem in ancient Judea.

From Hebrew meaning 'queen' or 'counsel'. Biblical name of Milcah, daughter of Haran and sister of Abraham in the Book of Genesis.

From Hebrew 'Ruhamah' meaning 'she is pitied' or 'she has obtained mercy', symbolizing compassion and divine grace

To bind or join together. Biblical: Rebecca was the wife of Isaac and mother of Jacob and Esau in the Old Testament, known for her intelligence and strength.

From Hebrew Shaul, meaning 'asked for' or 'prayed for.' A biblical name borne by the first king of Israel and the apostle Paul before his conversion.

The Lord has remembered. From Hebrew Zechariah, borne by a minor prophet in the Old Testament.

From Hebrew Meshach, one of the three men in the fiery furnace (Book of Daniel). Meaning uncertain; possibly 'who is like the shadow of God' or 'guest of the king'.

From Hebrew 'Yitro', meaning 'abundance' or 'excellence'. Known as Moses's father-in-law in the Bible.

From Hebrew meaning 'God is my exaltation' or 'God has lifted up'. Biblical name of a youth healed by the prophet Elisha.

From Hebrew Nehemiah meaning 'God comforts' or 'whom God comforts.' Biblical figure who led the rebuilding of Jerusalem's walls.

From Hebrew 'Issachar,' meaning 'he brings reward' or 'there is hire.' A biblical patriarch and tribe of Israel, historically associated with wealth and commerce.

From Hebrew Adonai meaning 'my Lord' or 'Lord is my God.' Biblical name borne by King David's son who sought the throne of Israel.

God has seen or heard. A biblical name with prophetic significance, appearing in Old Testament genealogies.

From Hebrew Naphtali, meaning 'my wrestling' or 'my struggle.' Biblical name of one of Jacob's twelve sons and an Israelite tribe.

From Hebrew Yehudah meaning 'praised' or 'one who praises God', combined with the suffix -iah. Biblical name of Judah, son of Jacob.

God is my strength. A biblical name borne by a righteous king of Judah in the Old Testament.

From Hebrew Malachi meaning 'my messenger' or 'messenger of the Lord', a biblical name borne by the last Old Testament prophet.

God remembers. From Hebrew Zekharyah, composed of zakhar (remember) and Yah (God). A name borne by a biblical prophet and priest.

From Hebrew 'Uziyahu' meaning 'God is my strength.' A biblical name borne by kings and prophets in ancient Judah.

From Hebrew Nehemiah, meaning 'God has comforted.' A biblical name borne by the cupbearer to the Persian king who rebuilt Jerusalem's walls.

God is my help. A biblical name borne by a priest in the Old Testament, combining 'azar' (help) and 'yah' (God).

God is my strength. Biblical name of a Judean king known for religious reform and military leadership.

From Hebrew Yirmeyahu meaning 'God will exalt' or 'appointed by God.' Jeresiah is a modern English spelling variant of the biblical prophet Jeremiah.

From Hebrew 'Hosiah' meaning 'God is salvation.' A rare biblical name associated with spiritual deliverance and divine protection.

Elisabet (God's oath) combined with English -beth suffix. A modern elaboration of Elizabeth with vintage charm and Appalachian roots.

Daughter of the oath. From Hebrew 'bat' (daughter) and 'sheva' (oath/seven). Biblical name of King David's wife.

From Hebrew 'Ammon', a biblical kingdom east of the Jordan River; also means 'my people' or 'kinsman' in ancient Semitic tradition.

From Hebrew 'Osee' meaning 'salvation' or 'deliverer', a biblical prophet name with spiritual significance.

From Hebrew meaning 'tenderness' or 'forgiveness.' Biblical name borne by Mahala, daughter of Zelophehad, known for her strength and inheritance rights.

From Hebrew meaning 'my God is he', expressing divine affirmation. A biblical figure known for his wisdom and moral integrity.

From Aramaic, meaning 'guest of the king' or 'shadow of the king.' Biblical name of one of Daniel's three companions in the fiery furnace.

From Hebrew 'Eliphaz,' meaning 'God is strength' or 'my God is gold.' Biblical name of Job's first comforter and grandson of Esau.

From Hebrew meaning 'my father is judge' or 'my lord is judge', a biblical name appearing in Old Testament genealogies.

From Hebrew 'Bezalel' meaning 'in the shadow of God.' Biblical master craftsman who designed the Tabernacle.

From Hebrew meaning 'God listens' or 'God has hearkened.' Biblical: the ninth son of Jacob and tribal leader in ancient Israel.

From Hebrew 'Joram' meaning 'God is exalted' or 'The Lord is high', a biblical name borne by kings of Israel and Judah.

From Hebrew meaning 'God is my savior', a biblical name borne by a righteous man in the Old Testament.

From Hebrew 'Obadyah' meaning 'servant of God' or 'worshipper of God'. A name borne by a prophet in the Hebrew Bible.

From Hebrew meaning 'my father is peace', a biblical name borne by a musician and gatekeeper in King David's court.

God sees or God hears. A biblical name appearing in scripture with spiritual significance.

Gift of God, from Hebrew 'Mattaniah' meaning 'gift' (mattan) and 'God' (Yah). A name borne by several Old Testament figures.

From Hebrew meaning 'strong' or 'my strength'. A biblical name borne by a son of Gad in the Old Testament.

From Hebrew 'Tobiah' meaning 'God is my good' or 'the Lord is good'. A name with strong religious significance in Jewish and Christian traditions.

From Hebrew 'Asayahu' meaning 'God has made' or 'God is my maker'. A biblical prophet's name found in the Old Testament.

God has created me. A significant biblical name borne by the father of the prophet Samuel, representing divine blessing and answered prayer.

God sees or beholds. A biblical name borne by a Levite musician and priest in the Old Testament.

From Hebrew 'Who is like God?' A biblical name borne by a minor prophet, combining Mi (who) and Caiah (God). Popular in early American colonial communities.

From Hebrew Nehemiah meaning 'God comforts' or 'God strengthens'. Biblical figure who rebuilt the walls of Jerusalem.

From Hebrew 'Avimelech' meaning 'my father is king', a biblical name borne by Philistine rulers in the Old Testament.

From Hebrew 'Nehemiah' meaning 'God comforts' or 'comfort of the Lord', referring to divine consolation and strength.

From Hebrew Hezekiah, meaning 'God strengthens.' A biblical king of Judah known for religious reforms and resistance against Assyrian siege.

From Hebrew 'Itamar' meaning 'island of palms' or 'palm island'. Biblical name of a son of Aaron in the Old Testament.

From Hebrew meaning 'God is my father', a biblical name borne by various Old Testament figures including a descendant of Judah.

From Hebrew 'Ruhamah' meaning 'pitied' or 'shown mercy', appears in the Book of Hosea as a symbolic name representing God's compassion.

From Hebrew meaning 'God is my help.' A rare biblical name appearing in genealogies, combining El (God) and azar (help).

Man of the javelin. Biblical figure known as the oldest person in recorded history, living 969 years according to Genesis.

From Hebrew Elisheba, wife of Aaron in the Bible, meaning 'God is my oath' or 'God of abundance'

From Hebrew Issachar, meaning 'he will bring reward' or 'hired laborer'. Biblical son of Jacob and Leah, associated with strength and blessing.

From Hebrew Esrom, a biblical name meaning 'enclosed' or 'fenced in', used in the genealogy of Jesus in the Gospel of Matthew

From Hebrew Yoshiyahu meaning 'God supports' or 'God strengthens'. A biblical name borne by a righteous king of Judah.

Whom Yahweh strengthens. A biblical name with roots in Judaic tradition, combining 'Jah' (God) with a strengthening element.

God is my oath. Biblical name borne by a princess of Judah who protected a royal child during persecution.

God is my strength. A judge of Israel in the Old Testament known for his military leadership and faithfulness.

God has heard. A biblical name borne by several figures in the Old Testament, representing divine listening and grace.

From Hebrew meaning 'fawn' or 'young deer', also biblically associated with Orpah from the Book of Ruth

From Hebrew Keziah, meaning 'God has favored' or 'cinnamon'. Biblical name from Job's daughters, symbolizing beauty and grace.

Strong one, mighty. Biblical name borne by a Levite in the Old Testament, suggesting strength and divine favor.

From Hebrew Nehemiah, meaning 'God comforts.' Biblical figure who rebuilt Jerusalem's walls after exile.

Bearer of a burden; strong and steadfast. From the Hebrew prophet Amos in the Old Testament, known for his moral authority and unwavering convictions.

From Hebrew 'Reuben' meaning 'behold, a son.' In the Bible, Reuben was the firstborn son of Jacob and Leah, and a founder of one of Israel's twelve tribes.

God is salvation. Variant spelling of Josiah, a righteous king of Judah in the Old Testament who reformed Jewish religious practice.

From Hebrew 'Ya'az' (to strengthen) and 'El' (God), meaning 'God strengthens' or 'whom God strengthens'

God is my strength. Biblical name borne by a king of Judah known for religious reform and tunnel construction.

From Hebrew 'Hezekiah' meaning 'God strengthens.' A biblical king of Judah known for religious reformation and faithfulness.

From Hebrew Yeshayahu meaning 'God is salvation'. A biblical prophet name with deep theological significance in Jewish and Christian traditions.

From Hebrew Zechariah meaning 'God remembers.' A biblical prophet's name with strong religious heritage and timeless appeal.

From Hebrew meaning 'Yah is my lord' or 'God is my strength'. Biblical name borne by David's sister, mother of military commanders.

From Hebrew Shem, eldest son of Noah in the Bible, name means 'name' or 'renown'. Associated with blessing and covenant inheritance.

Woman of plenty or belonging to the Egyptian sun god. Biblical name of Joseph's Egyptian wife in Genesis.

From Hebrew Azariah, meaning 'God has helped.' A biblical name borne by several figures in the Old Testament.

God is my help. A biblical name borne by a Jewish scribe and priest who returned from Babylonian exile to restore Jerusalem's Temple.

Pleasantness, sweetness. Biblical name borne by Ruth's mother-in-law in the Old Testament, symbolizing grace and devotion.

From Hebrew Yeshai, meaning 'gift' or 'He exists'. Biblical name of King David's father in the Old Testament.

From Hebrew Tzephanyah meaning 'God has hidden' or 'God has treasured'. A biblical prophet's name with deep spiritual significance.

From Hebrew meaning 'cinnamon' or 'cassia', a precious spice. Biblical name of Job's daughter, known for her beauty and virtue.

Biblical name meaning 'he who is' or 'the one', from Hebrew enosh referring to mankind or mortals.

God is my strength. Biblical name of a major Hebrew prophet, author of the Book of Ezekiel in the Old Testament.

Sick or weak. In the Bible, Mahlon was the son of Naomi and husband of Ruth, representing vulnerability and human frailty.

God is my reward. Biblical name borne by a wise teacher and Pharisee in the New Testament who defended the apostles.

God is my strength. A biblical judge of Israel who delivered his people from oppression, symbolizing divine protection and leadership.

From Hebrew 'Tzidkiyahu' meaning 'the Lord is my righteousness.' A name borne by the last king of Judah before the Babylonian exile.

From Hebrew 'Dinah', meaning 'judged' or 'vindicated'. In the Bible, Dinah is the daughter of Jacob and Leah, representing strength and complexity.

From Hebrew 're'uel' meaning 'friend of God.' Biblical name of Moses's father-in-law and a descendant of Esau.

From Hebrew Tzadok meaning 'righteous' or 'just'. A biblical name borne by a high priest in ancient Israel.

From Hebrew 'Eliud' meaning 'God is my praise' or 'my God is majesty'. A biblical name appearing in the genealogy of Jesus.