Jewish Names

Rarely used biblical choice -- he's a son of Jacob -- with a bit of a white-bearded image.

Idiosyncratic Hebrew choice.

This Hebrew version of Jubal, a traditionally masculine name, is used for both boys and girls in modern Israel.

Ayal is a boys' name used in modern Israel but virtually unknown in the US. Even more popular in Israel is the female form, Ayala.

Famous violinist-conductor Pinchas Zuckerman is the most famous modern bearer; the biblical Pinchas was the son of Eleazar and the grandson of Aaron -- both preferable name choices.

Intriguing twist on several familiar names, though many people will mistake this for Elsa, Eliza, and so on.

Soft yet strong.

This spelling of Frida or Frieda ranked as high as #141 back in the late 19th century. Its most famous bearers, with different spellings, are Indian actress Frieda Pinto, who starred in Slumdog Millionnaire, and Mexican artist Frida Kahlo.

Ronen derives from the Hebrew word ron, meaning "song," but in America it is also used as a spelling variation of the Irish name Ronan. With both Ronan and Ronin is the Top 500, Ronen has also gained more attention. Given to 86 babies in 2023, it has more than doubled in use over the last decade.

A rarely heard biblical name, Zadok is borne by no less than nine Old Testament men.

As Sophia gets more popular, parents search out more unusual spins, and the Z makes this qualify.

Think of this as the Hebrew equivalent of Benedict or Benito; best for observant Jews.

Spelling variation of Lior.

The original Hebrew form of Jacob is resurfacing in the US charts after a several-decade-long hiatus. The Old Testament figure is considered the founding father of the Jewish nation, whose twelve sons descended into the twelve tribes of Israel.

Adds some zest to Rosa.

More distinct than Violet, Viola, or Violeta — Violina has an indisputably beautiful and romantic sound.

Raz is one of the many modern Israeli unisex names. It's simple and sleek and translates easily to English.