Ebenezer

hebrewBoy★★☆☆☆ Uncommon

Origin and Meaning

The name Ebenezer is a boy's name of hebrew origin meaning “stone of help”.

Ebenezer is a name steeped in biblical history, meaning 'stone of help' in Hebrew. Most famous perhaps due to Charles Dickens' 'A Christmas Carol', Ebenezer Scrooge is a character many might instantly think of. Despite this association, Ebenezer has a rich, spiritual resonance and offers a strong sense of tradition and faith. It's not a name you hear every day, but its rarity is part of its charm. The potential for the shorter nickname 'Eben' gives it a modern twist while retaining its historic roots.

At a Glance

Originhebrew
GenderBoy
Meaningstone of help
Popularity★★☆☆☆ (3/10)
Syllables4
Starts withE
Stylesclassic, religious

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