Liam Patel

By Liam Patel
Linguistics Researcher

Updated on September 04, 2024

Nachshon

US Popularity Rank: 11599

Origin: Hebrew

Meaning: Serpent; Oracle; Leader of the tribe of Judah in the Hebrew Bible

Nachshon will make for a lovely fit if you want baby to forge their own path in life. Derived from Hebrew nahash, meaning "serpent" or "oracle," this masculine name has an inspiring biblical origin. In the Hebrew Bible, Nahshon is a brave leader of the tribe of Judah who fearlessly parted the Red Sea during the Exodus. As such, this modern form of Nahshon befits an adventurous and daring munchkin! With Nachshon as their name, baby will carry the wisdom of a serpent and the insight of an oracle to boldly navigate life's challenges.