Male Name
Jabez
ˈd͡ʒeɪ.bɛz
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Categories
currently out of the US top 1000
feelings
grief
isograms
sadness
Writing Systems
יַעְבֵץAncient Hebrew
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
58/100
classic65%
mature80%
urban65%
wholesome65%
strong120%
rough65%
strange120%
complex65%
serious80%
Meaning & Etymology
The name Jabez originates from Hebrew, meaning 'sorrow'. It is derived from the biblical character Jabez, whose mother named him so because his birth was difficult. Despite the sorrowful connotation, Jabez is known for being blessed by God, which adds a layer of spiritual significance to the name.
Etymology
Original Form:
יַעְבֵּץ (ya'betz)
Evolution:
The name has retained its original Hebrew form and meaning over centuries, with minimal linguistic evolution.
Source:
Hebrew
Related Names
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