The Complete Dictionary of English and Hebrew First Names

by Alfred J. Kolatch

This dictionary contains Hebrew and English names together with an analysis of their meanings and origins. Included among the more than 11,000 entries are a large number of biblical names suitable for use today, plus practically every Hebrew first name currently in use in Israel. Popular talmudic names and Yiddish names are also included. The correct spelling of Hebrew and Yiddish names is indicated in Hebrew script immediately following each main entry. Also features a comprehensive Hebrew Name Vocabulary, in which one will find Hebrew (and Yiddish) names grouped according to meaning and transliterated into English.

Genres: Jewish

Hardcover

First published January 1, 1984

Reviews

[Heather · Rating 4 out of 5]

There’s a lot of names.

[Matty · Rating 5 out of 5]

Nice intro with some interesting info. Most of its nearly 500 pages covers huge list of names with basic (short), yet thorough description. Excellent source-informer.