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Zephaniah

Zephaniah is a masculine name of Hebrew origin that means "hidden by God." This is a biblical name shared with minor prophet in the Hebrew Bible and its meaning is symbolic of God's protection. Choosing Zephaniah for your little one will encourage baby to forge a close connection with their faith and find safety and security with family.
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Meaning

Hidden by God

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Pronunciation

zef-uh-NYE-uh

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Traits

  • Mysterious
  • Spiritual
  • Unique
  • Inquisitive

Compatibility

Zephaniah pairs well with traditional or classic sibling names, as it offers a modern and distinctive contrast. As a middle name, Zephaniah adds a touch of intrigue and depth to the full name. This name can also be a great choice for families looking for a name with a strong biblical or Hebrew influence.

Mysterious Spiritual Unique Inquisitive

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of Zephaniah Kingsley

Zephaniah Kingsley

Plantation owner and slave trader

Born: December 6, 1765 · Bristol, England

Portrait of Zephaniah Swift Moore

Zephaniah Swift Moore

Educator and theologian

Born: November 30, 1770 · Palmer, Massachusetts, USA

Portrait of Zephaniah Mothopeng

Zephaniah Mothopeng

Anti-apartheid activist

Born: March 10, 1913 · Sophiatown, South Africa

Portrait of Zephaniah Skinner

Zephaniah Skinner

Cricketer

Born: June 19, 1983 · Christ Church, Barbados

Portrait of Zephaniah E. LaTooth

Zephaniah E. LaTooth

Dentist and inventor

Born: September 25, 1948 · Chicago, Illinois, USA

Portrait of Zephaniah D. O'Hara

Zephaniah D. O'Hara

Artist and painter

Born: February 14, 1965 · Dublin, Ireland

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Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • Zephaniah Original form
  • Zefania Swedish
  • Ζεφανίας Greek
  • Hebrew
  • Arabic
  • Japanese
  • Zefanias Portuguese
  • Hebrew
  • Georgian

Cultural Adaptations

  • צְפַנְיָה (Tsefanya) Hebrew
  • صفنيا (Safniya) Arabic
  • ゼパニヤ (Zepaniya) Japanese
  • זֶפַנְיָה (Zefanya) Hebrew
  • ზეფანია (Zepʼania) Georgian

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Frequently Asked Questions about Zephaniah

What does Zephaniah mean?
Hidden by God
What is the origin of Zephaniah?
Zephaniah has Hebrew origins.
Is Zephaniah popular?
Zephaniah has been viewed 112 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to Zephaniah?
Similar names include Yesenia, Meena, Umi, Ishaan, Valentine.
How do you pronounce Zephaniah?
Zephaniah is pronounced zef-uh-NYE-uh.

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