Name Book, The: Over 10,000 Names--Their Meanings, Origins, and Spiritual Significance (169 page)

Inherent Meaning:
God’s Gift

Spiritual Connotation:
Redeemed

Scripture:
Romans 1:16
NIV

I am not ashamed of the gospel, because
it is the power of God for the salvation of
everyone who believes: first for the Jew,
then for the Gentile.

ZEBULON, Zebulun

Language/Cultural Origin:
Hebrew

Inherent Meaning:
Exalted

Spiritual Connotation:
Wise

Scripture:
James 4:10
NKJV

Humble yourselves in the sight of the
Lord, and He will lift you up.

ZEDEKIAH, Zedekias

Language/Cultural Origin:
Hebrew

Inherent Meaning:
God Is Mighty and Just

Spiritual Connotation:
Glory to God

Scripture:
Proverbs 3:6
NKJV

In all your ways acknowledge Him, and
He shall direct your paths.

ZEKE, see
Ezekiel

ZELDA, Zellda

Language/Cultural Origin:
German

Inherent Meaning:
Warrior

Spiritual Connotation:
Gifted

Scripture:
Ecclesiastes 2:26
NRSV

For to the one who pleases him God gives
wisdom and knowledge and joy.

ZELENKA, Zelenkia

Language/Cultural Origin:
Czech

Inherent Meaning:
Budding Blossom

Spiritual Connotation:
Nurtured

Scripture:
Isaiah 35:2
NKJV

It shall blossom abundantly and rejoice,
even with joy and singing.

ZENA, Zeena, Zeenia, Zeenya, Zeina,
Zenah, Zenia (see also
Xenia
,
Zina
)

Language/Cultural Origin:
Persian

Inherent Meaning:
Woman

Spiritual Connotation:
Cherished

Scripture:
Genesis 2:22
NKJV

Then the rib which the
L
ORD
God had
taken from man He made into a woman,
and He brought her to the man.

ZEPHANIAH, Zephan, Zephania

Language/Cultural Origin:
Hebrew

Inherent Meaning:
Protected by God

Spiritual Connotation:
Precious

Scripture:
Proverbs 4:6
NLT

Don’t turn your back on wisdom, for she
will protect you. Love her, and she will
guard you.

ZEPHYR, Zephria, Zephriana

Language/Cultural Origin:
Greek

Inherent Meaning:
West Wind

Spiritual Connotation:
Reborn

Scripture:
John 3:8
NRSV

The wind blows where it chooses, and you
hear the sound of it, but you do not know
where it comes from or where it goes.

ZERLINA, Zerleyna

Language/Cultural Origin:
Spanish

Inherent Meaning:
Dawn

Spiritual Connotation:
Blessed

Scripture:
Psalms 139:9-10
NASB

If I take the wings of the dawn, if I dwell
in the remotest part of the sea, even there
Thy hand will lead me, and Thy right
hand will lay hold of me.

ZIA, Zea, Zeah, Zeya

Language/Cultural Origin:
Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning:
Light

Spiritual Connotation:
Fearless

Scripture:
Psalm 27:1
NKJV

The
L
ORD
is my light and my salvation;
whom shall I fear?

ZIGFRID, Ziggy (see also
Siegfried
)

Language/Cultural Origin:
Latvian

Inherent Meaning:
Victorious Peace

Spiritual Connotation:
Secure in Christ

Scripture:
Philippians 4:7
NRSV

And the peace of God, which surpasses
all understanding, will guard your hearts
and your minds in Christ Jesus.

ZIMRA, Zamora, Zemora

Language/Cultural Origin:
Hebrew

Inherent Meaning:
Song of Praise

Spiritual Connotation:
Thankful

Scripture:
Psalm 147:1
NRSV

Praise the
L
ORD
! How good it is to sing
praises to our God; for he is gracious,
and a song of praise is fitting.

ZIMRAAN, Zimran

Language/Cultural Origin:
Middle Eastern

Inherent Meaning:
Praise

Spiritual Connotation:
Reverent

Scripture:
Psalm 145:21
NIV

My mouth will speak in praise of the
L
ORD
. Let every creature praise his holy
name for ever and ever.

ZINA, Zinah (see also
Xenia
,
Zena
)

Language/Cultural Origin:
English

Inherent Meaning:
Hospitable

Spiritual Connotation:
Radiant Love

Scripture:
1 Peter 4:9
NLT

Cheerfully share your home with those
who need a meal or a place to stay.

ZOE, Zoa, Zöe, Zoé, Zoë, Zoee, Zoey,
Zoia, Zoie, Zoya

Language/Cultural Origin:
Greek

Inherent Meaning:
Life

Spiritual Connotation:
Delivered

Scripture:
Psalm 91:14
NRSV

Those who love me, I will deliver; I will
protect those who know my name.

ZORA, Zorah, Zorana, Zoranna,
Zoriana, Zorianna, Zorya

Language/Cultural Origin:
Slavic

Inherent Meaning:
Dawn

Spiritual Connotation:
Bringer of Light

Scripture:
Isaiah 60:1
RSV

Arise, shine; for your light has come, and
the glory of the
L
ORD
has risen upon you.

ZORINA, Zori, Zoriana, Zorianna,
Zorie, Zory (see also
Czarina
)

Language/Cultural Origin:
Slavic

Inherent Meaning:
Golden

Spiritual Connotation:
Attractive

Scripture:
Song of Songs 6:10
NKJV