Peleg
Peleg is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Division; stream”.
| Meaning | Division; stream |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | פֶּלֶג |
| Pronunciation | PEH-leg |
| Tradition | Jewish, Christian |
| Used in | Israel, United States |
Meaning and origin of Peleg
Peleg is a Hebrew name meaning 'division' and also 'channel' or 'stream'. In Genesis 10:25 he is a descendant of Shem, and the text says he was so named because 'in his days the earth was divided', a phrase usually connected with the scattering of peoples after the Tower of Babel. He also appears in the genealogy of Luke's Gospel. Today it is an unusual name in Israel and among some English-speaking families who like rare biblical names.
Is Peleg a Jewish name?
Peleg is a biblical name, found in the genealogies of Genesis and Luke as an ancestor of Abraham.
How popular is Peleg?
Rare in both Israel and the English-speaking world.
Gifts with the name Peleg
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Peleg mean?
Peleg means 'Division; stream'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Peleg a Jewish name?
Peleg is a biblical name, found in the genealogies of Genesis and Luke as an ancestor of Abraham.
How do you pronounce Peleg?
Peleg is pronounced PEH-leg.
Is Peleg a boy or girl name?
Peleg is usually a boy name.