415+ Hebrew Boy Names

  1. Eilon
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "oak tree"
    • Description:

      Eilon, a fraternal twin of the name Elon, was the Biblical grandson of Jacob. A rare name, Elon is getting some recent notice thanks to Tesla maker Elon Musk.
  2. Simcha
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "gladness, mirth, festivity"
    • Description:

      Celebratory choice.
  3. Bered
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "hail"
    • Description:

      Mentioned in the Old Testament as both a place-name and a grandson of Ephraim, this would make a fairly obscure biblical choice.
  4. Aitan
    • Abush
      • Origin:

        Yiddish diminutive of Abraham
      • Meaning:

        "Father of multitudes"
      • Description:

        Whether you're looking for an unexpected nickname for the imposing Abraham or a fresh spin on the Biblical classic, this highly unusual variation might appeal to namers with a sense of adventure.
    • Siomon
      • Gedaliah
        • Origin:

          Hebrew
        • Meaning:

          "made great by Jehovah"
        • Description:

          Gedaliah is a somewhat obscure biblical figure who ruled Judea under the Babylonians. In the past it has mainly been used by Jewish parents, but now it has some potential as an unusual name with that stylish Old Testament sound.
      • Zared
        • Origin:

          Hebrew
        • Meaning:

          "trap"
        • Description:

          If there are too many Jareds in your neighborhood, you might want to consider this Hebrew alternative.
      • Peretz
        • Galil
          • Origin:

            Hebrew
          • Meaning:

            "rolling hills, cylinder"
          • Description:

            Refers to the hilly region of Galilee, an easily assimilated Israeli name.
        • Porat
          • Origin:

            Hebrew
          • Meaning:

            "fruitful, productive"
          • Description:

            A name that is used to describe a handsome or clever boy, and is also an Israeli place-name.
        • Avrom
          • Avshalom
            • Poriel
              • Origin:

                Hebrew
              • Meaning:

                "fruit of God"
              • Description:

                An obscure Hebrew name that would not be many parents' first choice.
            • Pagiel
              • Origin:

                Hebrew
              • Meaning:

                "God allots"
              • Description:

                Undiscovered, but somewhat awkward Old Testament choice: he was the head of the tribe of Asher.
            • Guryon
              • Origin:

                Hebrew
              • Meaning:

                "young lion"
              • Description:

                Hebrew name rarely heard in the U. S. , making it a distinctive choice.
            • Jareb
              • Origin:

                Hebrew
              • Meaning:

                "he will struggle"
              • Description:

                Unfortunately, everyone will just hear Jared.
            • Yakim
              • Origin:

                Hebrew
              • Meaning:

                "he will establish"
              • Description:

                One of many Hebrew Y names kept alive in Israel and in American religious communities.
            • Gidon