Elchanan
Elchanan is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “God is gracious”.
| Meaning | God is gracious |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | אֶלְחָנָן |
| Pronunciation | el-khah-NAHN |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel, United States |
Meaning and origin of Elchanan
Elchanan joins El, 'God', with chanan, 'he was gracious', making it a close relative of names like Yochanan (John) and Chanan. In 2 Samuel 21:19 and 1 Chronicles 20:5 Elhanan is a warrior of David's who kills a Philistine giant. The name is used today mainly in religious Jewish families, often shortened to Chanan or Elchi.
Is Elchanan a Jewish name?
Elchanan is a biblical Jewish name. Its meaning closely parallels Yochanan, from which the name John derives.
How popular is Elchanan?
Found mostly in Orthodox Jewish communities.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Elchanan mean?
Elchanan means 'God is gracious'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Elchanan a Jewish name?
Elchanan is a biblical Jewish name. Its meaning closely parallels Yochanan, from which the name John derives.
How do you pronounce Elchanan?
Elchanan is pronounced el-khah-NAHN.
Is Elchanan a boy or girl name?
Elchanan is usually a boy name.