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Find the meaning, history and popularity of given names from around the world. Get ideas for baby names or discover your own name's history.
From the Hebrew name אַהֲרֹן (ʾAharon), which is most likely of unknown Egyptian origin. Other theories claim a Hebrew derivation, and suggest meanings such as "high mountain" or "exalted". In the Old Testament this name is borne by the older brother of Moses. He acted as a spokesman for his brother when they appealed to the pharaoh to ...
Find the meaning, history and origin of surnames, also called last names or family names, as well as famous bearers and usage statistics.
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From the Hebrew name דָּוִד (Dawiḏ), which was derived from דּוֹד meaning "beloved" or "uncle". David was the second and greatest of the kings of Israel, ruling in the 10th century BC. Several stories about him are told in the Old Testament, including his defeat of Goliath, a giant Philistine.
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This name has been used in England since the 13th century, though it became more common in Scotland where it was borne by several kings. In the 17th century the Scottish king James VI inherited the English throne, becoming the first ruler of all Britain, and the name grew much more popular.
From the Hebrew name אֲבִיגָיִל (ʾAviḡayil) meaning "my father is joy", derived from the roots אָב meaning "father" and גִּיל meaning "joy". In the Old Testament this is the name of Nabal's wife.