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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Milcah

Motherly, Merciful

Pronunciation: MIL-kah (/ˈmɪlkɑː/)

Girl Name Biblical origin Popularity 65
Meaning
Motherly, Merciful
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
9
Lucky Day
Friday
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
Life Path
6
Popularity Score
65
Language
English, Hebrew
Lucky Colors: PurpleGold

What does Milcah mean?

Milcah is a Hebrew name derived from the root word 'l-k-h', which means 'to be merciful' or 'to be kind'. In the Bible, Milcah is the name of two different women. The first Milcah is the daughter of Nahor and Milcah and is the sister of Rebekah. The second Milcah is the wife of the prophet Hosea. Milcah's name reflects her motherly and merciful qualities.

Milcah in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
מילכה
מילכה היא שמה של אישה מקראית שפירושו מלכה
Greek
Μιλκα
Μιλκα σημαίνει Βασίλισσα
Latin
Milca
Milca means Queen
English
Milcah
Milcah means Queen or Royal Lady

How to pronounce Milcah

English pronunciation
MIL-kah
Biblical pronunciation
מילכה (Milkah) in biblical Hebrew
IPA notation
/ˈmɪlkɑː/

Numerology & personality

Nurturer, healer, teacher

Associated Traits
KindCompassionateMotherlyL = Loyal

Spiritual & cultural context

Milcah represents the nurturing and compassionate nature of God, a reminder of His unending love and care for His people.

Milcah is a significant name in Jewish and Christian culture. In the Hebrew Bible, Milcah is mentioned as the name of two women, emphasizing her importance as a maternal and gracious figure. Her name also carries the meaning of mercy and kindness, making it an ideal name for a child in both religious communities.

Scriptural & traditional roots

Biblical scripture: Genesis (Genesis 22:20, 24:29)

Popularity of Milcah by region

Region Country Score Year
France FR 74 2024
Germany DE 81 2024
Spain ES 46 2024
Italy IT 79 2024

Spelling variations of Milcah

Milca

Names similar to Milcah

Frequently asked questions about Milcah

What does Milcah mean?
Milcah is a Hebrew name derived from the root word 'l-k-h', which means 'to be merciful' or 'to be kind'.
Is Milcah a Christianity name?
Yes, Milcah is a popular Hebrew name among Christians due to its motherly and merciful qualities, as reflected in the Bible.
How to pronounce Milcah?
Meel-kah
Is Milcah popular today?
Yes, Milcah is a popular Hebrew name among Christians today.
What is the origin of Milcah?
Milcah is a Hebrew name.