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SeraiahChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Scattered by God

Pronunciation: seh-RAH-yuh

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Name
Seraiah
Meaning
Scattered by God
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Greek, Latin, Hebrew
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
seh-RAH-yuh
Lucky Number
3
3
Lucky Number
Friday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Seraiah mean?

Seraiah is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Scattered by God". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: seh-RAH-yuh. 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.

Σηραίας

Ο Υπηρέτης του Θεού

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

seh-RAH-yuh

IPA

/sɛˈraɪə/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Seraiah is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Scattered by God. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

3

Lucky Day

Friday

Lucky Colors

GoldWhite

Lucky Stone

Amethyst

Life Path Number

9

Numerology meaning: Those with a life path number of 9 are natural leaders and humanitarians. They strive for personal growth and self-improvement. They have a strong desire to help others and make the world a better place.

Personality

Personality Traits

LoyalWiseC = BraveH = Humble

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

Carries the divine blessing of God's protection and guidance.

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

Seraiah's name carries a historical significance as it was mentioned in the Old Testament of the Bible, specifically in the context of the Israelites' exile to Babylon. This illustrates the importance of communication and messaging, even during times of great turmoil.
The name Seraiah speaks to the idea of dispersing or scattering prayers for the benefit of others and the community. It emphasizes the importance of community and intercessory prayer, encouraging the individual to ask for blessings not just for themselves but for others. The name also embodies the essence of resilience and faith as demonstrated by the Israelites in their exile and their continued devotion to their faith and homeland.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Historical records show that Jeremiah 52:24-30 The name Seraiah carried significant spiritual weight in that era.

6th century BC

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Seraiah

God's servant or prince

🇮🇱Hebrew

סריה

שר העזר והמשרת האל

🇬🇷Greek

Σηραίας

Ο Υπηρέτης του Θεού

🇮🇹Latin

Seraiah

Servus Domini

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