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EbenezerChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Stone of help

Pronunciation: eh-ben-ez-er

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Name
Ebenezer
Meaning
Stone of help
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
eh-ben-ez-er
Lucky Number
6
6
Lucky Number
Saturday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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What does Ebenezer mean?

Ebenezer is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Stone of help". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: eh-ben-ez-er. Lucky number: 6. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Εβενέζερ

παράδειγμα, πηγή, πηγή, πηγή, πηγή, πηγή, πηγή

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

eh-ben-ez-er

IPA

/ɛbɛnɛzər/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Ebenezer is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Stone of help. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

6

Lucky Day

Saturday

Lucky Colors

BrownYellow

Lucky Stone

Turquoise

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: People with the life path number 3 are creative, artistic, and social. They express themselves through art, music, writing, or other forms of self-expression.

Personality

Personality Traits

CourageousFaithfulS = Strong

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes God's help and provision.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

The name Ebenezer gained popularity in the English-speaking world due to its association with the hymn "Come, Thou Fount of Every Blessing," where the second stanza refers to "a Stone of Help" and "an Ebenezer." This hymn has been a beloved and widely sung piece in Christian communities, spreading the use and recognition of the name.
The name Ebenezer holds great spiritual significance for Christians as it is a reminder of the role God plays in our lives. It is a symbol of God's steadfastness, help, and provision in times of need. It serves as a reminder of God's covenant promises and the importance of remembering and giving thanks for God's past acts of faithfulness in our lives. Ultimately, Ebenezer is a name that inspires a heart of gratitude and a dependence on God's ongoing help and protection.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Bible, 1 Samuel 1:1-2:11 The name Ebenezer carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

11th century BC

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

John BoyegaMatt Damon

Translations

Name Translations

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🇺🇸English

Ebenezer

a stone of help, a source of strength, a reminder of God's presence, a sign of hope, a symbol of faith, a token of salvation

🇮🇱Hebrew

עֵבֶן־עֵצֶר

עבודה, רחב, עבודה, קיום, הפלגה, המשכה, ההפצה

🇬🇷Greek

Εβενέζερ

παράδειγμα, πηγή, πηγή, πηγή, πηγή, πηγή, πηγή

🇮🇹Latin

Ebenezer

exemplum, fons, fons, fons, fons, fons, fons

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