Zebulun
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A Hebrew name for a boy taken from the Bible
- proper noun
- /ˈzɛb.jə.lən/
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Zebulún
- They named their son Zebulun after the biblical character.
Examples
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My friend is named Zebulun.
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In the story, Zebulun was one of the twelve tribes of Israel.
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The name Zebulun is rarely used in modern times but has historical significance.
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Have you ever met anyone named Zebulun?
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My grandfather's name was Zebulun, honoring his Hebrew heritage.
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In the Bible, Zebulun was one of Jacob's twelve sons known for his strength.
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Many families name their children Zebulun in remembrance of their biblical roots.
Surface Forms
Zebulun main
Etymology
Zebulun comes from the Hebrew root zebul meaning 'dwelling' or 'exalted', so using it as a given name remembers the biblical ancestor and gives a sense of 'home' or 'honour'.