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Hebrew Baby Names


This is the Hebrew Baby Names page where we have listed all the Hebrew Baby Names from our database in alphabetical order. You opt to flick through this list or instead use our form to search for Hebrew Baby Names by Origin or Meaning.

On the detail page for each the Hebrew Baby Names you will find the name meaning, similar Hebrew Baby Names, information about its popularity and even celebrities and celebrity babies with this name.

You can shortlist any of the Hebrew Baby Names, like them on Facebook, or if your name is one of our many Hebrew Baby Names and you have a blog or a personal site you can even add a link to it from the name page that matches your name.

Hebrew Old Names For New Babies
The origin of Hebrew names is from the language, Hebrew. One of two official Israeli state languages (the other is Arabic), Hebrew, is spoken by over 7 million Israelites and globally by numerous Jewish communities. Hebrew is part of the Afro-Asiatic family and a Semitic language. Classical Hebrew is

The Hebrew alphabet contains 22 symbols descended from Aramaic having been derived from the alphabet of the Phoenicians. The Hebrew language is written from right to left using the Hebrew alphabet, an abjad.

Hebrew names are often the names given to those of Jewish ethnicity or religion. Also, called Israeli names due to the country of origin. However, many Christian and Muslim names are of Hebrew origin. The Islamic community has adopted many Hebrew names, especially if it's found in the Qur'an, the Muslim bible.

Dov (bear) and Orli (light is mine) are modern uses for Hebrew names taken from Hebrew vocabulary words. The ancient Hebrew names are still used today.

The Return To The Hebrew Language
Classical Hebrew is the language in which the Old Testament of the Bible was written. Used by the Hebrews from 1200 BC - 60 AD, it was supplanted by Aramaic and Mishnaic Hebrew during the Jews Babylonian exile.

In 1948, following the establishment of Israel as a state, hebraicization (reverting back to the Hebrew surname origin) was encouraged and Hebrew once again, became Israel's official language. The State of Israel's 1st Prime Minister, David ben Gurion demonstrated his commitment to the re-establishment for Hebrew by changing his family name from
Gryn to ben Gurion. He encouraged all government, military and citizens of Israel to do the same.

The Old Testament
The typical source for Hebrew names for people in Judaism and Christendom is the Jewish Tanakh. The Tanakh is the first 5 books in the Old Testament, called the 5 Books of Moses (The Torah) and 2 additional collections called the Kethuvim (The Writings) and the Nevi'im (The Prophets).

Nearly all names taken from the Old Testament are Hebrew in origin. Many various forms or variants for common Hebrew names have been produced by the phonologies from different languages. Greek translations, Aramaic domination in the Middle East, and English variants have all resulted in various modifications in the original Hebrew names which carried specific name elements reflecting meaning.

The name elements which were originally utilized in the Semitic naming are provided below.

Hebrew Name Elements:

Element Hebrew meaning   Examples in names_
-jah, -iah   "Jehovah" or "YHWH"   (Isaiah, Jeremiah, Elijah)
jo-    "Jehovah" or "YHWH" (Joseph, Joel, John)
el    "God"    (Gabriel, Michael, Elijah, Joel)
ben "son" (Reuben, Benjamin)
bar  "son" (Aramaic origin) (Barnabas, Bartholomew)
dan    "judge"    (Daniel, Dan)

Other Sources For Hebrew Names
Hebrew expressions and phrases which have been adapted are also sources for Hebrew names. These names describe unusual birth conditions or embody special meaning unto the receiver. The name Reuben which means "Look, a son" is a name indicating unique circumstances at birth. Judah is another example assigning a personal meaning.

References to the Hebrew God, Elohim, Jehovah & YHWH, were used in common name elements expressing devotion. Isaiah and Elijah are two examples. Hebrew names could also reflect praise. The name Tobiah means in Hebrew, "Good of,  is the Lord". Many Christian usage for these type of Hebrew names are typically shorter endings based upon later Greek translations incorporating European languages, primarily English. The names Jeremiah, Jeremy, and Toby are English versions for the Hebrew names.

Christian usage for Hebrew names in the Old Testament was not until recent times and followed the Protestant Reformation. Hebrew names and variants used commonly as English names include Aaliyah, Joshua, Sarah, David, Rebecca, Aaron, Leah, Abagail, John, Jacob, Joseph, Caleb, Jaden, Gabbi, Jack, and Benjamin.

Zohar which means "light, brilliance" can be used for both boys and girls. Zechariah, used frequently in the Old Testament, comes from the Hebrew (Zekharyah) which translates to "YHWH remembers". The New Testament includes this name as well. Zechariah was John the Baptist's father who because of his unbelief was struck dumb by an angel until John was born. Greek translations for the Bible use the spelling Zacharias, a name which has showed American popularity in the past decades. A Hebrew name used in the West since the 15th century is Jonathan. Taken from Yehonatan and abbreviated to Yonatan which means "YHWH has given". A famous bearer was the Anglo-Irish The famous satirist, Jonathan Swift (1667-1745), was the Anglo-Irish writer of  'Gulliver's Travels'.

Bathsheba, was the beautiful Old Testament Israelite who had an adulterous affair with King David becoming pregnant. David had her husband, a soldier in his army, killed and married her. Their newborn son's life was the cost of their fornication and murderous plot.

Noah, the famous ark builder who no one, but his immediate family listened to his warnings regarding God's wrath. He built a boat according to the Lord's specifications which held 2 (male/female) of every land animal and bird, as well as his family for nearly 6 months when God covered the Earth in water.

 

 

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Aaliyah African Rising Female Baby Name
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Aaran Hebrew To sing. Male Baby Name
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Aarao Hebrew Lofty; exalted; high mountain. Biblically, Aaron was Moses' older brother (and keeper by God's command). He was first high priest of the Israelites, remembered for the miraculous blossoming of his staff or rod. Male Baby Name
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AAREN English Male - Variant or feminine form of AARON Either male of Female Baby Name
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Aarin Hebrew To sing. Male Baby Name
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Aaro Arabic Forest, thicken, strength, Male Baby Name
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Aaron Biblical A teacher; lofty; mountain of strength Male Baby Name
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Aaryn Hebrew To sing. Male Baby Name
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Aba Hebrew Father|Addressed to God. Male Baby Name
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Abadia Hebrew Servant of God. Male Baby Name
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Abagael Hebrew Father of Joy Female Baby Name
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Abagail Hebrew Father of Joy Female Baby Name
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Abagale Hebrew Father of Joy Female Baby Name
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Abagayle Hebrew Father of Joy Female Baby Name
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Abaigeal Hebrew Gives joy, my father rejoices; Abigail was the third wife of the biblical King David and was described as discreet and beautiful in form. Female Baby Name
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Abame Hebrew Parent of many.' Also an Arabic name meaning 'example; lesson.' Female Baby Name
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Abarrane Hebrew Parent of many.' Also an Arabic name meaning 'example; lesson.' Female Baby Name
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Abbagael Hebrew Father of Joy Female Baby Name
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Abbagail Hebrew Father of Joy Female Baby Name
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Abbagale Hebrew Father of Joy Female Baby Name
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Abbagayle Hebrew Father of Joy Female Baby Name
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Abbas Arabic Lion, grim-faced, stern; the name of one of Mohammed's uncles, Male Baby Name
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Abbe Hebrew Fatherinrejoicing Female Baby Name
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Abbea Hebrew Her father rejoiced. Female Baby Name
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Abbee Hebrew Her father rejoiced. Female Baby Name
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Abbegael Hebrew Father of Joy Female Baby Name
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Abbegail Hebrew Father of Joy Female Baby Name
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Abbegale Hebrew Father of Joy Female Baby Name
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Abbegayle Hebrew Father of Joy Female Baby Name
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Abbi Hebrew Her father rejoiced. Female Baby Name
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ABBIE Hebrew Her father rejoiced. Either male of Female Baby Name
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Abbigael Hebrew Father of Joy Female Baby Name
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Abbigale Hebrew Father of Joy Female Baby Name
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Abbigayle Hebrew Father of Joy Female Baby Name
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Abbot Hebrew Father or head of a monastic community; This surname is likely derived from the Hebrew name Abba and may bring to mind the famed Abbott and Costello comedy team. Male Baby Name
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ABBOTSON Hebrew Son of Abbot Male Baby Name
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Abbott English Abbey father. Male Baby Name
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ABBY American Gives joy, my father rejoices; a familiar form of Abigail, Either male of Female Baby Name
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Abbygael Hebrew Father of Joy Female Baby Name
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Abbygail Hebrew Father of Joy Female Baby Name
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Abbygale Hebrew Father of Joy Female Baby Name
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Abbygayl Hebrew Father of Joy Female Baby Name
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Abbygayle Hebrew Father of Joy Female Baby Name
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Abe Hebrew Father of a multitude. Male Baby Name
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Abea Hebrew Her father rejoiced. Female Baby Name
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Abee Hebrew Her father rejoiced. Female Baby Name
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Abegael Hebrew Father of Joy Female Baby Name
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Abegail Hebrew Gives joy, my father rejoices; Abigail was the third wife of the biblical King David and was described as discreet and beautiful in form. Female Baby Name
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Abegale Hebrew Father of Joy Female Baby Name
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Abegayle Hebrew Father of Joy Female Baby Name
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Abel Hebrew A breath, Son. Male Baby Name
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Abi Hebrew Her father rejoiced. Either male of Female Baby Name
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Abiageal Irish Irish form of Abigail (brings joy) Female Baby Name
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ABIAH Hebrew Great Either male of Female Baby Name
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Abias Hebrew One who serves the Lord. Male Baby Name
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Abibi Hebrew Fresh, Springtime. Female Baby Name
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Abibit Hebrew Fresh, Springtime. Female Baby Name
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Abidan Hebrew Father of judgement. Male Baby Name
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Abidin Hebrew Father of judgement. Male Baby Name
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Abidon Hebrew Father of judgement. Male Baby Name
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ABIE Hebrew Her father rejoiced. Either male of Female Baby Name
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Abiel Hebrew God is my father. Male Baby Name
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Abigael Hebrew Father of Joy Female Baby Name
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Abigail Hebrew Gives joy, my father rejoices; Abigail was the third wife of the biblical King David and was described as discreet and beautiful in form. Either male of Female Baby Name
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Abigale Hebrew Father of Joy Female Baby Name
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Abigayle Hebrew Father of Joy Female Baby Name
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Abija Hebrew Gift of God. Male Baby Name
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Abimelech Hebrew Anglicized version of Avimelech, meaning father is king. Male Baby Name
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Abira Hebrew My strength Female Baby Name
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Abirah Hebrew Strong, Heroic. Female Baby Name
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Abiram Hebrew Father of heights Male Baby Name
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Abisha Hebrew God's gift Male Baby Name
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Abishai Hebrew Gift from God. Either male of Female Baby Name
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Abishal Hebrew Gift of God. Male Baby Name
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Abishur Hebrew My father's glance Male Baby Name
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Abital Hebrew Father of the dew. Either male of Female Baby Name
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Able Hebrew A breath, Son. Male Baby Name
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Abnar Hebrew Father of light. Male Baby Name
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Abner Hebrew My father is light; In the Bible, Abner was King Saul's cousin and commander of his army. Male Baby Name
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Abnor Hebrew Father of light. Male Baby Name
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Abra Arabic Lesson, Female Baby Name
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ABRACHAM Hebrew Father of a multitude; Abraham was the first of the Old Testament patriarchs. God changed his name from Abram when He appointed him to be the father of the Hebrew nation. Either male of Female Baby Name
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Abrah Hebrew Earthmother Female Baby Name
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Abraham Hebrew Father of a multitude; Abraham was the first of the Old Testament patriarchs. God changed his name from Abram when He appointed him to be the father of the Hebrew nation. Male Baby Name
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Abrahamo Hebrew Father of many. Male Baby Name
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Abrahan Hebrew Father of many. Male Baby Name
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Abrahana Hebrew Parent of many.' Also an Arabic name meaning 'example; lesson.' Female Baby Name
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Abrahem Hebrew Father of the multitudes. Male Baby Name
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Abram Spanish Exalted father Male Baby Name
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Abrama Hebrew Son of the high father. Male Baby Name
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Abramah Hebrew Son of the high father. Male Baby Name
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Abran Spanish Exalted father Male Baby Name
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Abrao Hebrew Father of many. Male Baby Name
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Abria Hebrew Earthmother Female Baby Name
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Abriah Hebrew Earthmother Female Baby Name
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Abrya Hebrew Earthmother Female Baby Name
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Abryah Hebrew Earthmother Female Baby Name
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Absalom Hebrew Father of peace; The biblical Absalom, favored son of King David, was renowned for his handsome appearance and ability to win loyalty and allegiance. Male Baby Name
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Absalon Hebrew Father of peace; The biblical Absalom, favored son of King David, was renowned for his handsome appearance and ability to win loyalty and allegiance. Male Baby Name
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Aby Hebrew Her father rejoiced. Female Baby Name
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Abygae Hebrew Father of Joy Female Baby Name
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Abygael Hebrew Father of joy Female Baby Name
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Abygail Hebrew Father of joy Female Baby Name
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Abygaile Hebrew Father of joy Female Baby Name
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Abygayl Hebrew Father of joy Female Baby Name
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Abygayle Hebrew Father of joy Female Baby Name
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Abyra Hebrew Strong, Heroic. Female Baby Name
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Abyrah Hebrew Strong, Heroic. Female Baby Name
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Abysha Hebrew Gift of God. Male Baby Name
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Abyshah Hebrew Gift of God. Male Baby Name
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Acarius Hebrew Remembrance of the Lord, God remembers Male Baby Name
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Achav Hebrew Uncle. Male Baby Name
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Achazia Hebrew God has taken. Male Baby Name
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Achaziah Hebrew God has taken. Male Baby Name
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Achazya Hebrew God has taken. Male Baby Name
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Achazyahu Hebrew God has taken. Male Baby Name
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Achim Hebrew Male - According to an Ibibio of Nigeria folktale, Akim was a gorgeous, fat, young woman made of oil who melted in the sun while doing farm labor. Biblical Meaning, God will establish. Either male of Female Baby Name
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Achimelech Hebrew The king is my brother. Male Baby Name
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Achishar Hebrew My brother is a song. Male Baby Name
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Achiya Hebrew God is my brother. Male Baby Name
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Achiyahu Hebrew God is my brother. Male Baby Name
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Acim Hebrew The Lord will judge. Male Baby Name
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Ackim Biblical Male - According to an Ibibio of Nigeria folktale, Akim was a gorgeous, fat, young woman made of oil who melted in the sun while doing farm labor. Biblical Meaning, God will establish. Either male of Female Baby Name
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Ackym Biblical Male - According to an Ibibio of Nigeria folktale, Akim was a gorgeous, fat, young woman made of oil who melted in the sun while doing farm labor. Biblical Meaning, God will establish. Either male of Female Baby Name
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Ada Latin Ornament; Prosperous; Of noble birth; Happy. Female Baby Name
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Adael Hebrew God's ornament. Male Baby Name
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Adah Hebrew Beautiful, ornament Either male of Female Baby Name
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Adaia Hebrew Witness of God. Male Baby Name
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Adaiah Hebrew God's witness, adorned by God; a son of Haman in the Bible Either male of Female Baby Name
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Adam Hebrew Son of the red earth; In the Bible, Adam was first man created by God. Male Baby Name
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Adamina Hebrew Of the red earth; feminine form of Adam Female Baby Name
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Adamine Hebrew Feminine form of Adam, 'of the red earth.' Female Baby Name
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Adaminna Hebrew Feminine form of Adam, 'of the red earth.' Female Baby Name
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Adamson English Son of Adam, Male Baby Name
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Adan Hebrew Ornament; Prosperous; Of noble birth; Happy. Either male of Female Baby Name
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Adar Welsh Male - Hebrew word meaning the 6th month. Also an Greek name meaning 'beauty,' and a Arabic name meaning 'virgin.' Either male of Female Baby Name
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Adara Arabic Virgin, unblemished pearl, untrodden sand, Either male of Female Baby Name
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Adaya Hebrew Witness of God. Male Baby Name
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ADDA English Wealthy Either male of Female Baby Name
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Addah Latin Ornament; Prosperous; Of noble birth; Happy. Female Baby Name
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Addai Hebrew Man of God Male Baby Name
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Addair Hebrew Dark, Cloudy. Male Baby Name
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Addar Hebrew Dark, Cloudy. Male Baby Name
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Addare Hebrew Dark, Cloudy. Male Baby Name
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Adder Hebrew Flock Male Baby Name
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Addi Hebrew Ornament; Prosperous; Of noble birth; Happy. Female Baby Name
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Addia Latin Ornament; Prosperous; Of noble birth; Happy. Female Baby Name
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Addiah Latin Ornament; Prosperous; Of noble birth; Happy. Female Baby Name
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Addie Hebrew Ornament; Prosperous; Of noble birth; Happy. Female Baby Name
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Addiel Hebrew Ornament of the Lord. Male Baby Name
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