Hebrew Names
Names rooted in scripture and meaning, paired with lullabies that honor their depth.
Hebrew names carry some of the oldest and most enduring meanings in the world. Drawn from the Torah, Talmud, and centuries of Jewish tradition, these names often describe a quality, blessing, or relationship with the divine. A child's Hebrew name is considered a reflection of their soul, chosen with deep intentionality and prayer.
Names are often chosen to honor deceased relatives, continuing a family legacy across generations.
Many Hebrew names describe a relationship with God, such as Daniel (God is my judge) or Eliana (my God has answered).
A child may receive both a secular name and a Hebrew name used in religious ceremonies and blessings.
Meanings are central to the naming process. Parents study the root words and biblical context before choosing.
Naming ceremonies, such as the brit milah for boys or simchat bat for girls, mark the public announcement of the name.
Abigail
“father's joy”
Asher
“happy, blessed”
Benjamin
“son of the right hand”
Brielle
“God is my strength, heroine of God”
Caleb
“faithful, wholehearted”
Daniel
“God is my judge”
David
“beloved”
Delilah
“delicate, dainty”
Eli
“ascended, uplifted, high”
Eliana
“God has answered”
Elijah
“my God is Yahweh”
Elizabeth
“pledged to God”
Ethan
“strong, firm”
Eva
“life, living one”
Ezra
“helper”
Gabriel
“God is my strength”
Gabriella
“God is my strength”
Hannah
“grace, favor”
Isabella
“devoted to God”
Isabelle
“devoted to God”
Isaiah
“salvation of the Lord”
Jacob
“supplanter”
James
“supplanter”
Jordan
“to flow down, descend”
Josephine
“God will increase”
Joshua
“the Lord is my salvation”
Josiah
“the Lord supports”
Leah
“weary, delicate”
Levi
“joined, attached”
Madeline
“woman from Magdala, tower”
Madelyn
“woman from Magdala, tower”
Maria
“sea of bitterness, beloved”
Matthew
“gift of God”
Maya
“illusion, water, beloved”
Micah
“who is like the Lord?”
Naomi
“pleasantness”
Nathan
“He gave”
Noah
“rest, comfort”
Sadie
“princess”
Samantha
“listener, told by God”
Samuel
“heard by God”
Sarah
“princess”
Zachary
“the Lord has remembered”
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