| Names |
Origin and Meaning |
Gender |
Jacob/
Yaakov
Heb:
יַעֲקֹב |
Origin: Biblical
The celebrated brother of Moses who is most know for his peaceful
ways and devotion to bringing peace amongst the people of Israel.
Variations and Nick Names: Koby, Yanky, Jacob, Jake |
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Jonathan/
Yonatan
Heb:
יוֹנָתָן |
Origin: Biblical
Yonatan was son of King Saul (Shaul) and dear friend of King David
Meaning: God granted
Variations and Nick Names: Jonathan, Jon, Yoni |
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Joseph/
Yosef
Heb:
יוֹסֵף |
Origin: Biblical
Son of Jacob and Rachel, Minister of Egypt under Pharaoh's rule.
Meaning: Will add
Variations and Nick Names: Joe, Joseph, Yossi |
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Joshua/
Yehoshua
Heb:
יְהוֹשֻׁעַ |
Origin: Biblical
Student of Moses, Prophet during the time of the Israelites in the
Desert
Meaning: God will save, God will redeem
Variations and Nick Names: Joshua, Josh, Shuie |
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Judah/
Yehuda
Heb:
יְהוּדָה |
Origin: Biblical
Son of Jacob and Leah, ancestor of King David
Meaning: Thanking God
Variations and Nick Names: Judah, Yuda |
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Judith/
Yehudit
Heb:
יְהוּדִית |
Origin: Biblical
The heroic deed of Yehudit in the times of the Maccabbees inspired
faith and courage in the hearts of Jews throughout the ages
Meaning: Jewess
Variations and Nick Names: Judith, Judy |
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