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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Pharez

Blessed

Pronunciation: FAR-eez (/ˈfæriz/)

Boy Name Biblical origin Popularity 65
Meaning
Blessed
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
7
Lucky Day
Thursday
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
Life Path
8
Popularity Score
65
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Lucky Colors: BlueWhite

What does Pharez mean?

Derived from Hebrew bereshit, meaning 'in it is a mouth', or 'with a mouth it consumes'. In the Bible, Pharez is a son of Judah who was born from Tamar and was named after her pregnancy was revealed.

Pharez in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
פָּרֶץ
יֶלֶד פִּלֶג, פָּרֶץ בַּעַל-פֹּעַל
Greek
Φαρές
πρωτοτόκος, θυγάτηρ αἰσχύος
Latin
Pharez
primogenitus, filius Salomonis
English
Pharez
firstborn son, son of Solomon, or a variant of Perez

How to pronounce Pharez

English pronunciation
FAR-eez
Biblical pronunciation
Phar'ez
IPA notation
/ˈfæriz/

Numerology & personality

Sensitive, intuitive, and compassionate.

Associated Traits
CompassionateLoyalD = DevotedS = Spiritual

Spiritual & cultural context

Symbolizes God's promise and protection.

The name Pharez is of Hebrew origin and has an interesting connection to the biblical story of one of Judah's sons. In this story, Pharez was born in a moment of shame and deception, yet went on to become an important figure in the lineage of King David and eventually, Jesus Christ. As such, the name Pharez carries a sense of overcoming adversity or challenging circumstances in one's own lineage or family.

Scriptural & traditional roots

Biblical scripture: Genesis (46:12)

Popularity of Pharez by region

Region Country Score Year
United States US 59 2024
Italy IT 74 2024
Germany DE 47 2024

Names similar to Pharez

Frequently asked questions about Pharez

What does Pharez mean?
Pharez is a Hebrew name for boys with Christian roots, derived from the Hebrew bereshit, meaning 'in it is a mouth', or 'with a mouth it consumes'.
Is Pharez a Christianity name?
Yes, Pharez is a Hebrew name with Christian roots, as it appears in the Bible and is associated with the faith.
How to pronounce Pharez?
Pronounced as fah-rehs.
Is Pharez popular today?
Pharez is not a popular name today, but it holds historical and cultural significance as a Hebrew name with Christian roots.
What is the origin of Pharez?
Pharez is a Hebrew name derived from the Hebrew bereshit, meaning 'in it is a mouth', or 'with a mouth it consumes'.