How do Judaism baby names differ from Hebrew baby names?

Judaism baby names and Hebrew baby names are closely related, but they are not identical. Hebrew baby names are derived from the Hebrew language and are often found in the Hebrew Bible. These names are used explicitly in the religious context and differ from one’s secular name. In contrast, Judaism baby names encompass a broader range of names that may include Hebrew names and also those from other languages and cultures that Jewish communities have adopted over centuries. For instance, Channah, a form of Hannah, meaning ‘favor’ or ‘grace,’ is a common Hebrew name, while Charna, meaning ‘black,’ is a Judaism name with Yiddish origins.

Are there any famous historical figures with Jewish baby names?

Numerous renowned historical figures have proudly borne Jewish baby names. For instance, David, which signifies ‘beloved’ or ‘uncle,’ is linked with King David, the eminent ruler of Israel during the 10th century BC. Similarly, Esther, meaning ‘star’ or ‘hidden,’ is famously associated with Queen Esther, the Jewish wife of the king of Persia.

What are some Judaism baby names that mean ‘peace?’

Names such as the biblical Absalom and its Polish and French variant Absalon, meaning ‘my father is peace,’ are associated with peace. Another example is the Hebrew name Gaufridus, which means ‘the God of peace.’

Are there any literary or mythological Judaism baby names?

Yes, the Hebrew name Judith is associated with the main character of the apocryphal Book of Judith. Another example is the Hebrew name Miriam, which is associated with the prophetess and the sister of Moses and Aaron in the Bible. Miriam is known for introducing the tradition of celebratory singing and dancing in praise of God.

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183 Judaism Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With H

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Hannah	Girl	Grace; Favor; God has favored me
Hank	Boy	Home ruler; God is gracious
Hanna	Girl	Favor; Grace; God has favored me
Hezekiah	Boy	God strengthens; Yahweh strengthens
Hiram	Boy	High born; Benevolent brother; Brother of the exalted
Haziel	Boy	God sees
Hosanna	Girl	Deliver us; Rescue; Savior; Save
Hashim	Boy	Crusher of evil; Breaker of bread
Hosea	Boy	Salvation
Hillel	Boy	Praise; Greatly praised

Hanson	Boy	Son of Hans; God is gracious
Hansen	Boy	The son of Hans; Yahweh is gracious
Hashem	Boy	Crusher; Breaker; The name
Haniel	Unisex	God's grace; God answers
Harmon	Boy	Army man; High place
Hazaiah	Boy	God Sees; God has seen; Seeing the Lord; God sees;
Hazely	Unisex	From the hazel tree; The light brown colour
Hanzo	Boy	Half; To hide; Yahweh is gracious
Hyatt	Boy	Tailor; High gate
Henok	Boy	Dedicated

Haim	Boy	Life; Alive
Hanny	Girl	Grace; Favor; God has favored me
Hajra	Girl	Flight
Hyden	Unisex	From the hay valley
Hallelujah	Unisex	Praise; Praise ye the Lord
Huntleigh	Unisex	From the hunter's meadow; Hunter
Hanah	Girl	Yahweh is gracious; Yahweh is merciful; God has shown mercy; A variant is Hana
Hazael	Boy	God sees; God has seen
Harel	Boy	Mountain of God; Altar
Haron	Boy	Mountain of strength; Exalted

Haggai	Girl	Festive; Festival
Hilkiah	Unisex	Portion of Yah; God is my portion
Haelyn	Unisex	Hay clearing; Lake
Harim	Boy	Destroyed; Dedicated to God; With pierced nose
Hyman	Boy	Man; Life
Haskell	Boy	God strengthens; God's helmet
Hadriel	Unisex	The flock of God
Hannya	Unisex	Bear; Pleasant; Favor; Grace; Float; Drift; Resemble; Sky
Hephzibah	Girl	My delight is in her
Hessa	Girl	Pearl; Portio; Favor; Home ruler; Destiny

Hason	Boy	Strong; Hardy; Good; Handsome
Hermon	Boy	Army man; To designate; Consign to the afterlife
Hananiah	Girl	Yahweh is gracious
Hawwa	Girl	To breathe; To live
Hela	Girl	Torch; Corposant; Moon; Bright; Clear; Vaianakh god of darkness; Wanton sport
Hebron	Boy	Society; Friendship; League; Association
Haran	Boy	Mountain; Hill
Hadrien	Girl	From Hadria
Horeb	Unisex	Desert; Dry place
Hallel	Unisex	Praise

Hanni	Girl	Grace; God is gracious
Heli	Boy	Ascending; Climbing up; Shining; Moon; Sound
Hagar	Girl	Flight
Hennah	Girl	Favor; Grace
Hannie	Girl	Yahweh is gracious
Havah	Unisex	Breath of life, existence
Hannalee	Girl	Gracious; Favor; Grace; God has favored me
Hemi	Girl	God is gracious
Hadasha	Girl	Myrtle tree
Hanne	Girl	Grace; God is gracious

Hermoine	Girl	Cairn; Pile of stones; Boundary marker
Haana	Girl	Grace; Favor
Haggith	Girl	Festive
Hanita	Girl	Gracious; Favor; Joyful; Happy
Hanneli	Girl	Yahweh is gracious; Grace; Favor; My God is an oath
Hannu	Boy	Yahweh is gracious
Hilliard	Girl	Battle; Fortress; Stronghold
Haajira	Girl	Wife of prophet Ibrahim; Mother of prophet Ismail
Habakkuk	Boy	Embrace
Habi	Girl	My love; My beloved

Habil	Boy	Breath
Hadar	Boy	Glory; Magnificence; Splendor
Hadara	Boy	Glory; Magnificence; Splendor
Hadas	Boy	Myrtle tree
Hadass	Boy	Myrtle tree
Haian	Boy	Very attractive; Beautiful; Life
Haideh	Girl	Repentant; Regretful; Apologetic
Hainrich	Boy	Ruler of a place; Home ruler
Hajar	Boy	Flight
Haksh	Boy	Eye

Hamel	Boy	Home-lover's Estate, Hill with Grass
Hamela	Boy	English and american name
Hamelin	Boy	Lover of Home
Hament	Boy	Gold; Lord Buddha
Hami	Boy	Father of many
Hamlen	Girl	little home-lover
Hamraaz	Boy	Who has shared the secret
Hamud	Boy	Admirable; Praiseworthy; Commendable
Haniyya	Girl	Happy; Delighted
Hannaan	Boy	Beautiful; Compassionate

Hannele	Girl	Yahweh is gracious; Favor; Grace
Hanno	Boy	Grace; Favor; Yahweh is gracious; Cock; Singer
Hanoch	Boy	Dedicated
Hansi	Boy	Yahweh is gracious
Hansin	Boy	The universal soul; Yahweh is gracious; Son of Han
Hanzal	Boy	Horn valley; Colocynth; God is gracious
Hargrave	Boy	A family name of ancient Anglo-Saxon family name
Harideb	Boy	A name of the Lord Vishnu
Haripreet	Boy	Beloved of gods
Hariraj	Girl	King of lions

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Infographic: Famous Judaism Baby Names with Meanings, Starting With H

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