Phineas
Face of the Lord
Pronunciation: FIN-ee-əs (/ˈfɪniəs/)
What does Phineas mean?
In Hebrew, Phineas means 'face of the Lord' or 'mouth of the Lord'. In the Bible, Phineas was a Levite priest who stopped a plague by executing an Israelite man for his sin. This act of zealousness earned him a covenant of peace.
Phineas in other languages & scripts
How to pronounce Phineas
Numerology & personality
Strength and inner wisdom
Spiritual & cultural context
Symbol of faithfulness and zealousness
Phineas is a name with rich biblical history, recognized in Jewish and Christian traditions. It was the given name of several significant figures mentioned in the Hebrew Bible and the Old Testament, including the son of Eleazar and Priest of the tabernacle, and the descendant of Eleazar who led the priestly line during the return from the Babylonian exile (Ezra 10:1-2). The name Phineas has been passed on through generations, and continues to be a popular one among Jewish and Christian communities.
Scriptural & traditional roots
Biblical scripture: Numbers 25 (Numbers 25:6-13)
Popularity of Phineas by region
| Region | Country | Score | Year |
|---|---|---|---|
| France | FR | 47 | 2024 |
| Spain | ES | 58 | 2024 |
| United Kingdom | UK | 72 | 2024 |
| United States | US | 49 | 2024 |