Hebrew Boy Names and Meanings: A Guide to Beautiful and Meaningful Names

Looking for the perfect Hebrew name for your baby boy? Hebrew names are rich in history, tradition, and meaning, offering a wide range of choices to honor your heritage or simply find a name that resonates with you. From classic and familiar to unique and modern, this comprehensive list of Hebrew boy names and their meanings will help you find the perfect name for your little one. Each name is accompanied by its Hebrew origin and a detailed description of its meaning, allowing you to explore the cultural and spiritual significance behind each choice.
| Name | Meaning |
|---|---|
| Aaron | "mountain of strength" or "enlightened" |
| Adam | "man" or "earth" |
| Asher | "happy," "blessed," or "fortunate" |
| Avi | "my father" or "father" |
| Avraham | "father of many" |
| Ben | "son" |
| Ben-Ami | "son of my people" |
| Benjamin | "son of my right hand" |
| Caleb | "dog" |
| Daniel | "God is my judge" |
| David | "beloved" |
| Eli | "my God" |
| Elijah | "my God is Yahweh" |
| Ethan | "strong" or "firm" |
| Ezra | "help" or "assistance" |
| Gabriel | "God is my strength" |
| Gideon | "cutter" or "warrior" |
| Isaac | "laughter" |
| Isaiah | "salvation of the Lord" |
| Jacob | "he supplants" or "he holds by the heel" |
| Joel | "Yahweh is God" |
| Jonathan | "Yahweh has given" |
| Joseph | "God will add" |
| Joshua | "Yahweh is salvation" |
| Levi | "joined" or "attached" |
| Malachi | "my messenger" |
| Micah | "who is like Yahweh?" |
| Michael | "who is like God?" |
| Moshe | "drawn out" or "saved from the water" |
| Nathan | "God has given" |
| Noah | "rest" or "motion" |
| Oren | "pine tree" |
| Samuel | "God has heard" |
| Shai | "gift" |
| Shlomo | "peaceful" |
| Simon | "listener" or "hearer" |
| Solomon | "peaceful" |
| Uri | "my light" |
| Zechariah | "Yahweh has remembered" |