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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Bilhah

Servant girl

Pronunciation: BIL-hah (/ˈbɪlhɑː/)

Girl Name Biblical origin Popularity 65
Meaning
Servant girl
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
5
Lucky Day
Friday
Lucky Stone
Lapis Lazuli
Life Path
3
Popularity Score
65
Language
English, Hebrew
Lucky Colors: BlueGreen

What does Bilhah mean?

In the Hebrew Bible, Bilhah is the handmaid of Rachel who bears Jacob two sons, Dan and Naphtali (Genesis 30:3-8).

Bilhah in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
בלה
משרת או שפחה נאמנה
Greek
Βαλὰ
υπηρέτις ή πιστή δουλή
Latin
Bilhah
ministress or faithful servant
English
Bilhah
faithful servant or handmaid

How to pronounce Bilhah

English pronunciation
BIL-hah
Biblical pronunciation
בלה
IPA notation
/ˈbɪlhɑː/

Numerology & personality

Creativity, self-expression, and communication.

Associated Traits
CompassionateLoyalDeterminedAdaptableResourceful

Spiritual & cultural context

Symbolizes devotion and loyalty to one's master.

Bilhah's name comes from the Hebrew root "b-l-h" meaning "devouring, swallowing, or gorging," possibly alluding to her role as a surrogate mother who helped Rachel conceive children.

Scriptural & traditional roots

Biblical scripture: Genesis (Genesis 29:29, 30:3)

Popularity of Bilhah by region

Region Country Score Year
Spain ES 69 2024
Brazil BR 49 2024
Italy IT 74 2024
United States US 74 2024

Spelling variations of Bilhah

Bilha

Names similar to Bilhah

Frequently asked questions about Bilhah

What does Bilhah mean?
Bilhah is a Hebrew female name that means 'servant girl'.
Is Bilhah a Christianity name?
Yes, Bilhah has Christian origins as she is a character in the Hebrew Bible and appears in the Old Testament.
How to pronounce Bilhah?
Bil-hah
Is Bilhah popular today?
Bilhah is a unique and beautiful name for a baby girl, especially for those with Christian beliefs or a connection to Hebrew heritage.
What is the origin of Bilhah?
Bilhah is a Hebrew female name, and she is the handmaid of Rachel in the Hebrew Bible who bears Jacob two sons, Dan and Naphtali.