Jewish Names

Sweet, soft and devotional, this Hebrew name can also be spelled as Emunah. In Jewish tradition, Emunah denotes the principles of faith, and the word amen derives from it. Literally translating to faith or trust in God, Emunah is better described as an innate and fairly held belief and trust in the truth of God. It may be enhanced by study and learning, but exists without this.

A little-known Hebrew name which ranks in the Top 100 in Israel.

Hebrew cognate of Lilac

A masculine name in the Old Testament, but in modern Israel Ophir is used for girls as well as boys.

A stunning Judeo-Italian name that would cross well into other cultures —the built-in nickname Vera is a plus as well.

An attractive Hebrew name that's rarely heard outside of Israel.

Subtle choice for a baby born in the early morning.

Spelling variation of Tziporah.

Celebratory choice.

A softer, more feminine variation of Abijah.

The 19th-century Irish poet Jane Wilde (mother of Oscar Wilde) adopted Speranza as her nom de plume. The name also appears in Spenser’s The Faerie Queene, as one of the three virtues: Fidelia (Faith), Speranza (Hope), and Charissa (Charity) — daughters of Caelia (Heavenly). Related to Esperance (French) and Esperanza (Spanish).

Old Testament name that would make a nice alternative to Matteo.

As an Indian name, Haim is an epithet of Lord Shiva. In the US, it was once more common as a variation of the Jewish name Chaim.

A popular Jewish girl name in Israel, derived from the name Hallel.