Male Name
Iobed
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Writing Systems
ἸωβήδAncient Greek
Meaning & Etymology
Iobed is a form of the name Obed used in the Greek New Testament, specifically in the genealogy of Jesus. The name Obed itself means 'servant' or 'worshipper' in Hebrew, and its Greek form, Iobed, carries similar connotations. This name is significant in Christian tradition due to its inclusion in the lineage of Jesus, as recorded in the New Testament.
Etymology
Original Form:
Obed
Evolution:
The name evolved from the Hebrew 'Obed' to the Greek 'Iobed' through transliteration in the Greek New Testament.
Source:
Greek New Testament