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Discover Top 100 Jewish Biblica modern, traditional Boys’ Names and Their Meanings for 2025
July 19, 2025 • min read

Discover Top 100 Jewish Biblica modern, traditional Boys’ Names and Their Meanings for 2025

Introduction

Choosing a name for your baby boy is a deeply meaningful decision, especially within Jewish tradition, where names carry spiritual, cultural, and familial significance. At NameBaby, we’ve curated the top 100 Jewish boys’ names for 2025, complete with meanings and origins, to help parents find a name that honors their heritage. From biblical classics like Noah to modern Hebrew names like Lavi, this guide offers diverse options for every family.

Jewish Naming Traditions for Boys

Jewish naming practices reflect community traditions. Ashkenazi Jews typically name boys after deceased relatives during the brit milah (circumcision ceremony) on the eighth day, often using the same name or initial (e.g., Samuel for Shimon). Sephardi and Mizrahi Jews may name after living relatives to show respect. In Israel, parents favor Hebrew names tied to nature or faith, like Ziv (radiance). Names often have a Hebrew version for religious use (e.g., Yehuda) and a secular version (e.g., Judah). For more, see our naming traditions guide.

Top 100 Jewish Boys’ Names and Meanings

Explore our comprehensive list of 100 Jewish boys’ names, categorized for clarity and inspiration.

Biblical Names

  1. Noah - Rest, comfort (Hebrew). Builder of the ark.
  2. Elijah - Yahweh is my God (Hebrew). Prophet who ascended in a fiery chariot.
  3. Asher - Happy, blessed (Hebrew). One of Jacob’s sons.
  4. Levi - Joined, attached (Hebrew). A priestly tribe.
  5. Jacob - Supplanter (Hebrew). Father of the 12 tribes.
  6. Benjamin - Son of my right hand (Hebrew). Jacob’s youngest son.
  7. Isaac - Laughter (Hebrew). Son of Abraham.
  8. Samuel - God has heard (Hebrew). A prophet and judge.
  9. David - Beloved (Hebrew). Israel’s iconic king.
  10. Joseph - God will increase (Hebrew). A leader in Egypt.
  11. Aaron - Exalted, strong (Hebrew). Moses’ brother.
  12. Daniel - God is my judge (Hebrew). A wise prophet.
  13. Ethan - Strong, firm (Hebrew). A timeless name.
  14. Caleb - Faithful, devotion (Hebrew). A faithful spy.
  15. Joshua - Yahweh is salvation (Hebrew). Moses’ successor.
  16. Ezra - Help (Hebrew). A scribe and leader.
  17. Adam - Man, red earth (Hebrew). The first man.
  18. Nathan - He gave (Hebrew). A prophet in David’s court.
  19. Isaiah - Salvation of Yahweh (Hebrew). A major prophet.
  20. Gabriel - God is my strength (Hebrew). An archangel.
  21. Michael - Who is like God? (Hebrew). An archangel.
  22. Raphael - God heals (Hebrew). An archangel.
  23. Simon - He has heard (Hebrew). A classic name.
  24. Amos - Carried by God (Hebrew). A prophet.
  25. Jonah - Dove (Hebrew). Swallowed by a fish.
  26. Gideon - Hewer, warrior (Hebrew). A biblical judge.
  27. Asa - Healer (Hebrew). A biblical king.
  28. Eli - Ascended, uplifted (Hebrew). A high priest.
  29. Micah - Who is like God? (Hebrew). A prophet.
  30. Yehuda - Praise (Hebrew). A tribe of Israel.
  31. Avraham - Father of many (Hebrew). The first patriarch.
  32. Yitzchak - He will laugh (Hebrew). A variation of Isaac.
  33. Shmuel - God has heard (Hebrew). A variation of Samuel.
  34. Mordechai - Servant of Marduk (Hebrew). A Purim hero.
  35. Boaz - Strength (Hebrew). Ruth’s husband.
  36. Eliyahu - My God is Yahweh (Hebrew). A variation of Elijah.
  37. Yonatan - God has given (Hebrew). A variation of Jonathan.
  38. Zebulun - Dwelling (Hebrew). One of Jacob’s sons.
  39. Naphtali - My struggle (Hebrew). A tribe of Israel.
  40. Reuben - Behold, a son (Hebrew). Jacob’s firstborn.

Modern Hebrew Names

  1. Ari - Lion (Hebrew). A bold, short name.
  2. Zev - Wolf (Hebrew). A Yiddish favorite.
  3. Dov - Bear (Hebrew). Symbolizes strength.
  4. Aviv - Spring (Hebrew). Represents renewal.
  5. Yosef - God will add (Hebrew). A variation of Joseph.
  6. Lavi - Lion (Hebrew). Popular in Israel.
  7. Noam - Pleasantness (Hebrew). A unisex name.
  8. Uri - My light (Hebrew). A bright name.
  9. Eitan - Strong, enduring (Hebrew). A trendy choice.
  10. Aviel - God is my father (Hebrew). Modern and spiritual.
  11. Zion - Highest point (Hebrew). A spiritual place name.
  12. Hillel - Praise (Hebrew). A scholar’s name.
  13. Kfir - Lion cub (Hebrew). Poetic and strong.
  14. Shai - Gift (Hebrew). A unisex name.
  15. Baruch - Blessed (Hebrew). A name of gratitude.
  16. Ziv - Radiance (Hebrew). Bright and lively.
  17. Omer - Sheaf of grain (Hebrew). Tied to the Omer counting.
  18. Idan - Era, time (Hebrew). A modern pick.
  19. Nir - Plowed field (Hebrew). Nature-inspired.
  20. Tomer - Palm tree (Hebrew). A strong name.

Yiddish and Other Jewish Names

  1. Mendel - Comforter (Yiddish). A traditional name.
  2. Hershel - Deer (Yiddish). A vintage choice.
  3. Shlomo - Peace (Hebrew). King Solomon’s name.
  4. Yisrael - God contends (Hebrew). The name of Israel.
  5. Meir - Light (Hebrew). A scholarly name.
  6. Aryeh - Lion (Hebrew). A variation of Ari.
  7. Eliezer - God is my help (Hebrew). Abraham’s servant.
  8. Yakov - Supplanter (Hebrew). A variation of Jacob.
  9. Moshe - Drawn out (Hebrew). The great leader Moses.
  10. Yehoshua - Yahweh is salvation (Hebrew). A variation of Joshua.
  11. Avner - Father of light (Hebrew). A biblical figure.
  12. Binyamin - Son of my right hand (Hebrew). A variation of Benjamin.
  13. Yair - He will enlighten (Hebrew). A biblical name.
  14. Dovid - Beloved (Hebrew). A Yiddish form of David.
  15. Shimon - He has heard (Hebrew). A variation of Simon.
  16. Chaim - Life (Hebrew). A vibrant name.
  17. Pinchas - Oracle (Hebrew). A biblical priest.
  18. Yechiel - God lives (Hebrew). A spiritual name.
  19. Zalman - Peaceful (Yiddish). A form of Solomon.
  20. Yisroel - God contends (Hebrew). A variation of Yisrael.

Additional Names

  1. Efraim - Fruitful (Hebrew). A son of Joseph.
  2. Menachem - Comforter (Hebrew). A traditional name.
  3. Yedidya - Beloved of God (Hebrew). A name for Solomon.
  4. Akiva - Protector (Hebrew). A rabbinic sage.
  5. Natan - He gave (Hebrew). A variation of Nathan.
  6. Gavriel - God is my strength (Hebrew). A variation of Gabriel.
  7. Shlomi - My peace (Hebrew). A modern name.
  8. Amir - Treetop (Hebrew). A popular name.
  9. Yoram - God is exalted (Hebrew). A biblical king.
  10. Elisha - God is my salvation (Hebrew). A prophet.
  11. Uriel - God is my light (Hebrew). An angelic name.
  12. Yehoram - Yahweh is exalted (Hebrew). A biblical king.
  13. Neriah - Lamp of God (Hebrew). A biblical name.
  14. Shalom - Peace (Hebrew). A universal value.
  15. Ezrah - Help (Hebrew). A variation of Ezra.
  16. Adir - Mighty (Hebrew). A strong name.
  17. Ilan - Tree (Hebrew). Nature-inspired.
  18. Yishai - Gift (Hebrew). David’s father.
  19. Matan - Gift (Hebrew). A variation of Shai.
  20. Roni - My joy (Hebrew). A cheerful name.

Tips for Choosing a Jewish Boy’s Name

  • Honor Family: Select Yosef to honor a relative.
  • Focus on Meaning: Baruch (blessed) carries positive connotations.
  • Consider Pronunciation: Noah is universal, while Yehuda is distinctly Jewish.
  • Check Trends: Asher and Levi are popular globally, per Nameberry.
  • NameBaby - Discover more name ideas.
  • Naming Traditions Guide - Explore Jewish naming customs.
  • Boys’ Name Guide - Find additional boys’ names.
  • Chabad.org - Insights on Jewish naming practices.
  • Nameberry - Current name trends.
  • BabyCenter - Popular baby names and rankings.

For more inspiration, explore our girls’ names guide at NameBaby

Key Trends for 2025

  • Biblical Resurgence: Noah, Levi, and Asher dominate U.S. charts.
  • Israeli Influence: Lavi, Ziv, and Idan reflect modern Hebrew trends.
  • Meaning Matters: Names like Baruch (blessed) and Chaim (life) carry spiritual weight.

For deeper insights on naming traditions, explore Chabad.org.

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