Jeremiah
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masculine
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Meaning & Etymology
The name Jeremiah originates from the Hebrew name יִרְמְיָהוּ (Yirmeyahu), meaning 'Yahweh will exalt'. It is derived from the roots רוּם (rum), meaning 'to exalt', and יָהּ (yah), referring to the Hebrew God. This name is associated with one of the major prophets of the Old Testament, who authored the Book of Jeremiah and the Book of Lamentations. Jeremiah's life and prophecies are central to understanding the religious and historical context of the Kingdom of Judah during the 6th century BC.
Etymology
Original Form:
יִרְמְיָהוּ (Yirmeyahu)
Evolution:
The name evolved from its Hebrew origins to the Greek form Ἰερεμίας (Ieremíās) and later to the Latin and English forms Jeremiah.
Source:
Hebrew Bible, Greek translations, and later Christian texts.