Belah
BEE-lah
Belah is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “A Hebrew name meaning 'destruction' or 'swallowing up.' It is found in the Old Testament.”, and peaked in popularity in 2017.
What Belah Means
“A Hebrew name meaning 'destruction' or 'swallowing up.' It is found in the Old Testament.”
The Story of Belah
Could this ancient name, found in scripture, hold the strength and mystery you feel for your daughter?
Belah is a Hebrew name with a potent meaning, signifying 'destruction' or 'swallowing up.' Appearing in the Old Testament, it carries historical weight and a resonance of powerful, perhaps even protective, forces.
For your daughter, Belah suggests a spirit of profound strength and courage. You imagine her navigating life's challenges with a quiet determination, possessing an inner fortitude that can overcome any obstacle.
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Numerology
The Adventurer
Free-spirited, adaptable, and curious. These names carry energy of change and exploration.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#6 in 2017
Total Births
21
First Recorded
2007
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