Pinchas
Pinchas is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew, possibly from Egyptian origin, meaning “The Nubian; dark-skinned”.
| Meaning | The Nubian; dark-skinned |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew, possibly from Egyptian |
| Written as | פִּינְחָס |
| Pronunciation | PIN-khahs |
| Tradition | Jewish, Christian |
| Used in | Israel, United States, United Kingdom |
Meaning and origin of Pinchas
Pinchas, also spelled Phinehas, is a biblical name usually traced to Egyptian pa-nehasi, 'the Nubian' or 'the dark-skinned one'. In Numbers 25 Pinchas, grandson of Aaron, acts zealously to halt a plague, and God grants him a 'covenant of peace' and an everlasting priesthood. Jewish tradition holds him up as a model of zeal for God, and the weekly Torah portion Pinchas is named after him. It is a familiar name in Orthodox Jewish communities.
Is Pinchas a Jewish name?
Pinchas is a biblical Hebrew name from the Torah, Numbers 25, and is especially popular among Orthodox and Hasidic Jews.
How popular is Pinchas?
Common among Orthodox Jewish families and less so elsewhere.
Gifts with the name Pinchas
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Spellings and variants of Pinchas
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Pinchas mean?
Pinchas means 'The Nubian; dark-skinned'. It is of Hebrew, possibly from Egyptian origin.
Is Pinchas a Jewish name?
Pinchas is a biblical Hebrew name from the Torah, Numbers 25, and is especially popular among Orthodox and Hasidic Jews.
How do you pronounce Pinchas?
Pinchas is pronounced PIN-khahs.
Is Pinchas a boy or girl name?
Pinchas is usually a boy name.