Male Name
Naoum
Overview
Gender
masculine
Origin
Writing Systems
ΝαούμAncient Greek
Characteristics
How people perceive this name
Overall Rating
41/100
Meaning & Etymology
Naoum is a form of the name Nahum used in the Greek Old Testament. The name Nahum itself is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'comforter' or 'consolation.' Naoum, as a variant, carries the same connotations of comfort and solace, often associated with prophetic or religious contexts due to its biblical roots.
Etymology
Original Form:
Nahum
Evolution:
The name Nahum evolved into Naoum through its adoption in the Greek Old Testament, where it was transliterated to fit the phonetic and orthographic norms of the Greek language.
Source:
Greek Old Testament