JEWISH BABY NAMES

A Major Life event! 
If you have searched for 'Jewish baby names' then "Congratulations" must be in order. Whether you are the mother or father of a new baby, a member of the family or a close friend you are sharing in a major life event and taking a serious interest in choosing a special baby name from one of the many that are available.

Jewish Baby Name
Orthodox Jews and Israelis often give their children a Jewish name which is sometimes used for everyday but usually for religious purposes. Various religious rituals require a Jewish name and these names are used for calling people to the Torah. It has therefore become traditional for Jewish parents to give their children two names' - a Jewish name and a Worldly or secular name.

Sources of Jewish Baby Names
The two main sources for today's Jewish babies are older Biblical-names and modern Israeli-names. A Jewish name has meaning and its spelling and numerology are considered significant. 

Questions we often ask ! 
At one time or another most of us have posed some the following questions about our own name...

• What does my Jewish name mean? 

• Why did my parents choose the name ?

• Are there any strong family connections to my Jewish name?

• Where did my name originate?

Selection of some favourite Jewish Baby Names
The following Jewish selection are only a fraction of the Jewish selection available - please click the links at the top of the page for the FULL range for a boy or girl.