Discover the meaning, origin, and spiritual significance of names found in Scripture. Explore how each name points to God's character and redemptive story.
In the Bible, names are rarely random labels—they often reveal destiny, calling, or a unique aspect of God's work in a person's life. Whether you're studying a name that keeps appearing in your dreams or noticing patterns that connect with biblical numbers, this tool helps you look beneath the surface of familiar names to see the rich theology, language, and story behind them.
Use this lookup tool to quickly understand what a biblical name means, where it appears in Scripture, and how it connects to God's larger story.
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Try names like David, Mary, or Daniel to see how their meanings reflect God's work in their lives.
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In Scripture, names often reflect character, calling, or a prophetic word over a person's life. God sometimes changed someone's name—like Abram to Abraham or Simon to Peter—to mark a new identity and purpose. Because of this, studying names helps us see how God works personally and intentionally with His people.
Some names were chosen by parents based on circumstances around a child's birth, family hopes, or cultural tradition. Others were given directly by God through angelic messages or prophetic encounters. In many cases, the meaning of the name connects closely to the person's story in the Bible.
Most Old Testament names come from Hebrew and reflect Hebrew word roots (for example, Daniel means "God is my judge"). The New Testament was written in Greek, so many names appear in Greek forms (like Iēsous for Jesus) that correspond to Hebrew originals (Yeshua). Understanding both forms can reveal connections between Testaments and clarify how names were heard in their original cultures.
Name meanings can encourage and inspire, but they shouldn't replace clear biblical teaching or the leading of the Holy Spirit. Treat them as helpful insights—not as superstitious signs. Use this tool alongside prayer, Scripture, and wise counsel as you consider names for children, ministries, or other areas of life.
As you explore what names mean, these resources can help you connect those insights to the wider themes of Scripture—dreams, numbers, angels, and the story of salvation.
Pair name meanings with specific Scriptures for encouragement, guidance, and prayer. Great for personal study and for choosing life verses that match a name's theme.
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