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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Pekahiah

Raised by God

Pronunciation: peh-KAH-ee-ah (/pɛkəˈkiː.ə/)

Boy Name Biblical origin Popularity 65
Meaning
Raised by God
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
5
Lucky Day
Monday
Lucky Stone
Turquoise
Life Path
7
Popularity Score
65
Language
English, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: GreenSilver

What does Pekahiah mean?

Derived from the Hebrew words ‘pekah’ (to be exalted) and ‘yah’ (God). The name Pekahiah can be interpreted as ‘raised by God’ or ‘God exalts.’ In the Bible, Pekahiah was a king of Israel.

Pekahiah in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
פקחיה
שם שמח, שבשמחת ה', הנשמח לה',
Greek
Πεκαχιάς
Ναός, οικία του Θεού, ο ενθουσιάζων
Latin
Pekahiah
Deus, Domus Dei, eucharistia, aedificator
English
Pekahiah
House of the Lord, the one who is favored by God

How to pronounce Pekahiah

English pronunciation
peh-KAH-ee-ah
Biblical pronunciation
peqach
IPA notation
/pɛkəˈkiː.ə/

Numerology & personality

Those with a life path number 7 are introspective, spiritual, and creative. They are natural healers and seekers of knowledge.

Associated Traits
BraveDeterminedC = CourageousH = Humble

Spiritual & cultural context

A name that symbolizes God's divine intervention and protection.

The name Pekahiah represents the exaltation of God in an individual's life. Historically, Pekahiah was a king of Israel during a significant time in Jewish history. His reign was marked by relative peace and stability in the northern kingdom, which provided the foundation for continued Jewish cultural growth and development.

Scriptural & traditional roots

Biblical scripture: 2 Kings (15:22-31)

Popularity of Pekahiah by region

Region Country Score Year
France FR 65 2024
Spain ES 77 2024
United Kingdom UK 66 2024
Italy IT 84 2024

Names similar to Pekahiah

Frequently asked questions about Pekahiah

What does Pekahiah mean?
Pekahiah is a Hebrew name that can be interpreted as ‘raised by God’ or ‘God exalts.’
Is Pekahiah a Christianity name?
Yes, Pekahiah is a name of Hebrew origin that is deeply rooted in Christianity. It is derived from the Hebrew words ‘pekah’ (to be exalted) and ‘yah’ (God), and can be interpreted as ‘raised by God’ or ‘God exalts.’ In the Bible, Pekahiah was a king of Israel.
How to pronounce Pekahiah?
Pekahiah is pronounced pih-kah-EE-ah.
Is Pekahiah popular today?
While Pekahiah is not a commonly used name today, it holds significant value for those who appreciate its rich history and meaning in Christianity.
What is the origin of Pekahiah?
Pekahiah is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from the Hebrew words ‘pekah’ (to be exalted) and ‘yah’ (God).