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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Ithamar

Given by God

Pronunciation: eye-THAY-mar (/aɪˈθeɪmər/)

Boy Name Biblical origin Popularity 65
Meaning
Given by God
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
8
Lucky Day
Saturday
Lucky Stone
Carnelian
Life Path
9
Popularity Score
65
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: GoldBrown

What does Ithamar mean?

From the Hebrew word yatham, meaning 'given by God'. In the Bible, Ithamar was a priest and the younger brother of Zadok.

Ithamar in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
אִיתָמָר
אי תמר - האי של תמר, תמר שלי
Greek
Ιθάμαρ
νησί της θάμνας
Latin
Ithamar
insula palmae
English
Ithamar
island of palm trees or place of security

How to pronounce Ithamar

English pronunciation
eye-THAY-mar
Biblical pronunciation
אִיתָמָר
IPA notation
/aɪˈθeɪmər/

Numerology & personality

A name with the potential to bring great humanitarian qualities and the ability to inspire and teach others.

Associated Traits
FaithfulLoyalL: Loyal

Spiritual & cultural context

A reminder of God's blessings and provision.

The name Ithamar has its roots in the rich cultural heritage of the ancient Hebrews. In biblical times, Ithamar was an important priestly figure who served at the tabernacle (or portable sanctuary) in the wilderness and later at the Temple in Jerusalem. This association with the sacred spaces and religious practices of the Hebrew people demonstrates the historical significance and cultural importance of the name Ithamar.

Scriptural & traditional roots

Biblical scripture: Exodus (Exodus 6:23, 28:41, Leviticus 10:6)

Popularity of Ithamar by region

Region Country Score Year
Germany DE 48 2024
France FR 49 2024
Italy IT 69 2024
United Kingdom UK 72 2024

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Frequently asked questions about Ithamar

What does Ithamar mean?
Ithamar is a Hebrew name meaning 'given by God'.
Is Ithamar a Christianity name?
Yes, Ithamar is a name of Christian origin.
How to pronounce Ithamar?
Ith-a-mar
Is Ithamar popular today?
The popularity of Ithamar varies.
What is the origin of Ithamar?
Ithamar is a name of Hebrew origin.