Unisex Name
Maacah
Overview
Gender
feminine & masculine
Origin
Categories
biblical women
Writing Systems
מַעֲכָהAncient Hebrew
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
33/100
Meaning & Etymology
The name Maacah, derived from the Hebrew מָעַך (maʿaḵ), means 'to press, to crush'. It is a non-gender-specific personal name used in the Bible, referring to various individuals, both male and female. The name carries connotations of strength and resilience, reflecting the historical and cultural significance of the individuals who bore it.
Etymology
Original Form:
מָעַך (maʿaḵ)
Evolution:
The name evolved from its original Hebrew form to various transliterations such as Maakah, Maacha, and Maachah in different biblical texts and translations.
Source:
Hebrew Bible, Codex Alexandrinus, King James Version