Hebrew baby names
Names from Israel & Jewish Tradition — 120 names with meanings.
Hebrew names (120)
Hebrew names — FAQs
What are the most popular Hebrew baby names?
The most popular Hebrew names include Abner, Itamar, Carmi, Noa, Lior, Reuven, Dor, Kohelet. There are 120 Hebrew names in total, with 67 boy names and 53 girl names.
What are popular Hebrew boy names?
Popular Hebrew boy names include Itamar ("island of palms"), Lior ("my light"), Reuven ("behold a son"), Dor ("generation"), Kohelet ("preacher"), Orli ("my light"). These names are traditionally used in Israel & Jewish Tradition.
What are popular Hebrew girl names?
Popular Hebrew girl names include Abner ("father of light"), Carmi ("my vineyard"), Noa ("motion"), Zechariah ("God remembers"), Dafna ("laurel tree"), Tuvia ("God is good").
Where do Hebrew names come from?
Hebrew names originate from Israel & Jewish Tradition. Hebrew names often have deep religious or biblical meaning. Many are shared across Jewish, Christian and Muslim traditions.
What do Hebrew names typically mean?
Hebrew names often carry meanings related to: father of light, island of palms, my vineyard, motion, behold a son. Each name's specific meaning is listed on its detail page.
Are Hebrew names popular in other countries?
Hebrew names are used worldwide across Jewish, Christian and Muslim communities, making them among the most internationally widespread.
What are unique and rare Hebrew names?
For rare Hebrew names that stand out, consider: Aaron, Abigail, Adam, Ana, Anna, Anouk, Anya, Benjamin. Less common Hebrew names often carry the same deep cultural meaning while being more distinctive.
How do you pronounce Hebrew names?
Hebrew names can have pronunciation patterns unfamiliar to English speakers. Examples: Deborah (DEB-oh-rah); Miriam (MEER-ee-am); Isabella (iz-ah-BEL-ah); Abigail (AB-ih-gayl); Elizabeth (eh-LIZ-ah-beth). Each name's pronunciation guide is shown on its individual page.