Keyword Categories Masculine Names

Brief Overview of Συμεών (Strong’s G4826: Simeon)

Strong’s G4826: A personal name of Hebrew origin meaning “hearing with acceptance.” Derived from the Hebrew שִׁמְעוֹן (Shimon), Συμεών represents a significant figure in biblical narrative, particularly known for his prophetic recognition of the infant Messiah in the Temple. U-…

Brief Overview of Στάχυς (Strong’s G4720: Stachys)

Strong’s G4720: A proper name meaning “ear of corn,” given to a male Christian in Rome whom Paul describes as “beloved” in his letter to the Romans. The name reflects the common Greek practice of using agricultural terms as personal…

Brief Overview of Σήμ (Strong’s G4590: Sēm)

Strong’s G4590: Greek form of the Hebrew name שֵׁם (Shem), meaning “name” or “renown.” Noah’s firstborn son and ancestor of the Semitic peoples, through whom the Messianic line continued. His inclusion in Luke’s genealogy emphasizes Jesus’ connection to God’s covenant…

Brief Overview of Σέργιος (Strong’s G4588: Sergios)

Strong’s G4588: A Latin name representing Sergius Paulus, a Roman proconsul of Cyprus who became a believer through Paul’s ministry. His conversion demonstrates the gospel’s reach to high-ranking Roman officials and represents an early example of Christianity’s impact on Roman…

Brief Overview of Σεμεΐν (Strong’s G4584: Semein)

Strong’s G4584: A proper name appearing in Luke’s genealogy of Jesus, representing the Greek form of a Hebrew name. Its inclusion in Christ’s lineage demonstrates the careful preservation of family records and the fulfillment of Messianic prophecy through specific ancestral…

Brief Overview of Σεκοῦνδος (Strong’s G4580: Sekoundos)

Strong’s G4580: A Latin name meaning “second,” transliterated into Greek. Secundus was a Thessalonian Christian who accompanied Paul during part of his third missionary journey, representing the early church’s cultural diversity and the spread of the gospel among various peoples.…

Brief Overview of Σερούχ (Strong’s G4562: Serouch)

Strong’s G4562: Greek form of the Hebrew name שְׂרוּג (Serug), meaning “branch” or “tendril.” Appears in Luke’s genealogy of Jesus as an ancestor in the Messianic line, demonstrating Christ’s connection to the patriarchal lineage and God’s faithfulness to His covenant…

Brief Overview of Σαμψών (Strong’s G4546: Sampsōn)

Strong’s G4546: From Hebrew שִׁמְשׁוֹן (Shimshon), meaning “like the sun” or “sunlight.” A judge of Israel listed in Hebrews’ hall of faith, representing God’s power working through human weakness and exemplifying redemption through sacrificial death. U- Unveiling the Word The…

Brief Overview of Σαμουήλ (Strong’s G4545: Samouēl)

Strong’s G4545: From Hebrew שְׁמוּאֵל (Shemuel), meaning “name of God” or “heard by God.” A key prophet and judge in Israel’s history, referenced in the New Testament as part of the prophetic line that foretold Christ’s coming and exemplified faithful…

Brief Overview of Σαλμών (Strong’s G4533: Salmōn)

Strong’s G4533: From Hebrew שַׂלְמָה (Salmah), meaning “clothed” or “garment.” A significant figure in Jesus’s genealogy, father of Boaz, representing the link between Israel’s wilderness period and settlement in the Promised Land, highlighting God’s faithful preservation of the messianic line.…

Brief Overview of Σαλαθιήλ (Strong’s G4528: Salathiēl)

Strong’s G4528: From Hebrew שְׁאַלְתִּיאֵל (Shealtiel), meaning “I have asked of God.” A crucial figure in Jesus’s genealogy, appearing after the Babylonian exile, representing God’s faithfulness in preserving the Davidic line despite national catastrophe. U- Unveiling the Word The name…

Brief Overview of Ῥαιφάν (Strong’s G4481: Rhaiphan)

Strong’s G4481: A proper noun of Egyptian or Coptic origin, referring to the star-god Rephan/Remphan, mentioned in Stephen’s speech in Acts as an example of Israel’s idolatry. Likely corresponds to Saturn in ancient astral worship, symbolizing the depths of Israel’s…