4980 Girl Names From Judaism

An exquisite list of Jewish naming options from the ancient land of Israel.

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Jewish girl names are backed by the rich history, culture and traditions of an ancient nation. Judaism is an Abrahamic religion that the ancient Hebrews practiced. Judaism is an intricate and complex religion that lists out the theology, law, and innumerable cultural traditions that must be followed by people belonging to this faith. Jewish names are phonetically pleasing and usually possess profound meanings. The names traditionally adopted by people of this religion have a strong religious association. They may sometimes also be associated with elements of nature, social construct, and traditions followed by the people. Judaism is believed to have been the religion of the ancient Israelites (1). This religion has had a profound influence on the naming system of the followers. Israeli Jews have usually been observed to name their children after people in their immediate family. The naming system comprises a personal name followed by a surname. Jews in different parts of the world possess slightly different naming customs. For example, Sephardi or Mizrahi Jews, who are essentially Spanish Jews, name the family's eldest son after the paternal grandfather and the eldest daughter after the paternal grandmother. In numerous cases, Jewish names are inspired by the names and figures in Jewish texts. Some of the potential Jewish names that can be assigned to your little angel include names such as Abriana, which is a female variant of Abraham that means ‘father of a multitude,’ Hudes meaning ‘One who is praised by everyone,’ Khama meaning ‘Embodiment of Forgiveness’ and Lanette meaning ‘Fair, good looking woman.’ Jewish names are unique and a wonderful category of names to choose from. Read through our extensive list of names compiled for your understanding of the name and its meaning. Do not forget to save intriguing names for future reference.

Name	Gender	Meaning
Olivia	Girl	Peace; Olive tree
Isabella	Girl	God is my oath
Mia	Girl	Mine; Dear; Darling; Wished-for child; Sea of bitterness; Beloved; Rebelliousness
Gianna	Girl	God is gracious
Scarlett	Girl	The color scarlet; Bright red; A person who sold or made clothes made of scarlet
Nora	Girl	Light; Bright; Honor; Dignity; Victorious
Ellie	Girl	God is my light; My God is an oath; Torch
Hannah	Girl	Grace; Favor; God has favored me
Leah	Girl	Weary; Tired; Cow
Aaliyah	Girl	Ascending; Highborn; Exalted; Sublime; Lofty

Madelyn	Girl	Of Magdala; Tower
Bella	Girl	Beautiful; God is my oath
Sadie	Girl	Princess; Noblewoman
Sarah	Girl	Princess; Noblewoman
Eva	Girl	To breathe; To live; Mother of life; Full of life
Madeline	Girl	Of Magdala; High Tower
Lyla	Girl	Night; Night beauty; Delicate; Sport; Drama; From the island
Maeve	Girl	One who rules or intoxicates
Josie	Girl	God will give; God is gracious
Elliana	Girl	My God has answered; Sun; Light of favor

Mary	Girl	Beloved; Exalted; Sea of bitterness; Wished-for child
Ximena	Girl	He has heard; Listening; Son
Isabel	Girl	God is my oath
Ariella	Girl	Lioness of God
Ada	Girl	Noble; First-born girl; Island; Adornment; Ornament;
Molly	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child
Sara	Girl	Lady; Princess; Noblewoman
Aliyah	Girl	Exalted; Sublime; Ascent
Lilly	Girl	Lily; Pure; Innocence; My God is an oath
Nyla	Girl	Passion; Fury; Hero; Cloud

Annie	Girl	Grace; Favor
Rachel	Girl	Ewe; Female sheep
Kayla	Girl	Crown of laurels; Who is like god
Malia	Girl	Bitter; Star of the sea; A wished for child
Miriam	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Beloved; Star of the sea
Lilith	Girl	Of the night
Annabelle	Girl	Favored grace
Gia	Girl	God is gracious
Maggie	Girl	Pearl
Joanna	Girl	God is gracious

Lena	Girl	Torch; Bright shining light; Of Magdala; Tower
Evie	Girl	Life; Breathe; Hazelnut
Leia	Girl	Weary; Heavenly child
Rebecca	Girl	To tie; To bind
Lia	Girl	Weary; Cow; Rose; Downy bearded; Bearer of good news
Madilyn	Girl	Of Magdala; Tower
Evelynn	Girl	To breathe; To live; Hazelnut
Ophelia	Girl	Help; Benefit
Nina	Girl	Fire; Fish; Ancient city of Nineveh; Little girl; God is gracious; Strong
Aniyah	Girl	God is gracious

Mariah	Girl	The Lord is my teacher; Bitter; From the sea
Ariyah	Girl	Lion; Noble; Melody
Makayla	Girl	Like God
Arielle	Girl	Lioness of God
Madeleine	Girl	Of Magdala
Michelle	Girl	Who is like God?
Liana	Girl	My God has answered; To twine around; Lily flower; Bound by vines; Glowing lady
Makenzie	Girl	Child of Coinneach; Beautiful; Good
Ariah	Girl	Song; Melody; Gold
Carmen	Girl	Garden; God's vineyard; Plantation; Mountain

Gabrielle	Girl	God is my strength; Strong woman of God
Scarlet	Girl	Red color; A person who sold or made clothes made of scarlet
Sarai	Girl	Princess
Sylvia	Girl	A lady of the woods or forest
Jacqueline	Girl	Supplanter; May God protect; Holder of the heel
Jessica	Girl	God beholds
Elaine	Girl	Torch; Light; Moon; My God has answered me
Mira	Girl	A wonderous beauty; Peace; Sea; Ocean; Glory; Merry; Kindness; Behold
Eve	Girl	To live; To breathe
Madelynn	Girl	Woman who was born in Magdala; Tower

Maci	Girl	Of Massy; Gift of God
Mae	Girl	A bitter pearl; The month of May; Mother; Lovable
Macie	Girl	Of Massy; Weapon; Gift of God
Madilynn	Girl	One who is from Magdala; Tower
Anya	Girl	Grace; Favored by God
Hanna	Girl	Favor; Grace; God has favored me
Abby	Girl	My father's joy; My father is cheerful; He rejoices
Davina	Girl	Beloved; Calf; Fox; Little black one
Lylah	Girl	Night; Night beauty; Delicate
Michaela	Girl	Who is like God?

Nia	Girl	Goal; Determination; Purpose; Bright; Female champion; Priceless; Luck
Jaliyah	Girl	Sublime; Exalted; Ascending
Sylvie	Girl	A lady of the woods or forest
Anne	Girl	Grace; Favor; Eagle
Nola	Girl	Olive tree; God is with us; White shoulders; Fair; Noble
Jemma	Girl	Gem; Precious stone; Dove
Marie	Girl	Wished for child; Sea of bitterness; Star of the sea
Megan	Girl	Pearl; Child of light
Macy	Girl	Hill; Person from Massy; Gift of God
Mariam	Girl	Wished for a child; Bitter

Laney	Girl	Brilliant; Bright; Torch
Ellianna	Girl	My God has answered; Sun; Light of favor
Mikayla	Girl	Who is like God
Aliza	Girl	Joyful; Blissful; Pleasant
Maxine	Girl	Greatest; Supreme; Maximum; Eldest
Marilyn	Girl	Wished for child; Star of the sea
Melany	Girl	Black; Dark
Marina	Girl	Of the sea; Belonging to the sea
Noemi	Girl	Pleasantness; Delight
Joelle	Girl	Yahweh is God

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Jewish girl names are both lovely and distinct. They often draw inspiration from characters and themes in Jewish texts, infusing them with deep meaning. These names have the potential to make a positive impact on a child's life. However, it's essential to remember that a name's influence is minor compared to the child's upbringing. Feel free to explore our list of baby names to learn more.

Frequently Asked Questions

1. How do Jews name a baby girl?

In Jewish tradition, baby names are chosen within the first few weeks of life. In the naming ceremony, the Hebrew name may resemble the secular/English name or share a similar sound. Ashkenazi Jews often choose names to honor deceased relatives, while Sephardic Jews often name their children after living relatives (1).

2. Why is the naming of a girl important in Judaism?

In Judaism, an individual’s name carries a sense of belonging within a community. Naming rituals are pivotal in the rites of passage of different societies, distinguishing between those who are part of the community and those who are not. Within Jewish culture, these naming ceremonies also shed light on the role and status of women, showcasing their significance within the broader cultural context (2).

3. Do we get a new name when we convert to Judaism?

Adopting a Hebrew name as part of your conversion process is common. This Hebrew name holds symbolic significance and represents their new identity as Jewish community members. The name may either be chosen by the converted individuals themselves or through the traditional system where the new name contains elements denoting ‘son or daughter of Abraham and Sarah.’

4. What is the significance of naming a Jewish baby girl after a deceased relative?

In Ashkenazi tradition or Jewish communities with origins in Central and Eastern Europe, it is common to name a newborn after a recently deceased family member, such as a grandparent or great-grandparent. This gesture honors the deceased, passes on their positive attributes, and keeps their memory alive through the child. It may also spark curiosity in the child about their namesake and encourage an interest in exploring family lineage.

Infographic: Beautiful Judaism Baby Names For Your Daughter

Judaism names are phonetically melodious and possess deep meanings associated with elements of nature and social construct. They are also distinctive in their spellings and pronunciation, making the bearer unique. Do go through this list of names that we have compiled to give you a better understanding of the names and their meanings.

adorable girl names from judaism (infographic)

References

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Origins of Judaism.
https://www.edu.gov.mb.ca/k12/docs/support/world_religions/judaism/origins.pdf

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