Jewish Names

Hebrew cognate of Lilac

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

Variant Yaheli is more common in Israel.

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).

Subtle choice for a baby born in the early morning.

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.

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.

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.

Short form used in Israel; the v makes it more vivid and unusual.

A handsome and rare Hebrew name related to Adam — it was given to fewer than five American babies in the United States in 2021.

A lovely name most commonly used by Judeo-Italian families — also the name of a fictional city in Ambrose Bierce's short story "An Inhabitant of Carcosa", written in the late 1800s.

A softer, more feminine variation of Abijah.

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

Alternate spelling of Itai.