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SavannahChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Grasslands, Savior

Pronunciation: SAV-uh-nuh

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Name
Savannah
Meaning
Grasslands, Savior
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
SAV-uh-nuh
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Tuesday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Savannah mean?

Savannah is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Grasslands". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: SAV-uh-nuh. Lucky number: 3. 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.

Γαπμηνηα

Πλειυ υτερύαα ανα γε

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

SAV-uh-nuh

IPA

/sævənə/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Savannah is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Grasslands. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Tuesday

Lucky Colors

YellowBrown

Lucky Stone

Topaz

Life Path Number

6

Numerology meaning: A caring and loving person with a natural talent for healing.

Personality

Personality Traits

CompassionateLoyalD = DevotedS = Spiritual

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Symbolizes the spiritual journey of delivering others from hardships or difficult situations.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Savannah is a name deeply rooted in both American and Christian culture. In America, Savannah is the name of several cities and towns, including the historic coastal city in Georgia. The term 'savanna' comes from the Spanish word for "open plain" or "grassy plain." This name has been associated with the beautiful and expansive open grasslands that are unique to North America and embody the spirit of freedom and possibility that has long defined the American experience.
The name Savannah holds profound spiritual significance as well. It is a reminder of the deliverance and salvation that God provides to His people. Just as the vast openness of the savanna represents freedom and possibility, so too does the name Savannah recall God's deliverance and salvation of His people from slavery and bondage. This spiritual meaning is captured beautifully in the hymn "Amazing Grace," which speaks of being "saved a wretch like me" by the Lord. The name Savannah is thus a powerful reminder of the grace and deliverance that God offers to all who call upon His name.

Historical Usage

Historical References

The name Savannah was given by the Spanish explorers in the late 16th century, derived from the Spanish word 'zavana' meaning 'treeless plain'.

Late 16th century

The name Savannah became more commonly used in the late 18th century, after the British established a colonial settlement at the site in 1733, and the town was incorporated as the City of Savannah in 1751.

Late 18th century

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Taylor Swift (song title)Miley Cyrus (song title)Nicole Kidman (actress)

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Savannah

open landscape or savannah, not city, related to the wilderness and the tribes

🇮🇱Hebrew

סבנה

שמא נוף פתוח ולא עיר

🇬🇷Greek

Γαπμηνηα

Πλειυ υτερύαα ανα γε

🇮🇹Latin

Savannah

locus liberi naturae et non urbis

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