Nechama
Nechama is a Jewish girl name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Comfort, consolation”.
| Meaning | Comfort, consolation |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | נֶחָמָה |
| Pronunciation | neh-KHAH-mah |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel, United States |
Meaning and origin of Nechama
Nechama is the Hebrew word for 'comfort' or 'consolation', from the root n-ch-m. The same root appears in the famous opening of Isaiah 40, 'Nachamu, nachamu ami', 'Comfort, comfort my people', read on the Sabbath after Tisha B'Av. The name is used especially in Orthodox and Israeli families. Nechama Leibowitz, the renowned Bible teacher, is a famous bearer.
Is Nechama a Jewish name?
Nechama is a Jewish name expressing hope for comfort; the masculine counterpart is Menachem or Nachum.
How popular is Nechama?
Used in Israel and in Orthodox Jewish communities.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Nechama mean?
Nechama means 'Comfort, consolation'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Nechama a Jewish name?
Nechama is a Jewish name expressing hope for comfort; the masculine counterpart is Menachem or Nachum.
How do you pronounce Nechama?
Nechama is pronounced neh-KHAH-mah.
Is Nechama a boy or girl name?
Nechama is usually a girl name.