Binah
BEE-nah
Binah is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Binah is a Hebrew name meaning 'understanding', 'intelligence', or 'wisdom'.”. It currently ranks #12338 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2014.
What Binah Means
“Binah is a Hebrew name meaning 'understanding', 'intelligence', or 'wisdom'.”
The Story of Binah
Before your child speaks a word, she will possess a profound way of knowing.
Binah is a name from Hebrew tradition, representing one of the ten divine emanations in Kabbalistic philosophy. It signifies comprehension, insight, and the ability to discern. This ancient concept has traveled through centuries of mystical thought, a quiet current of understanding.
When you look at your daughter, you will see a deep well of perception. This is a name for a child who will intuitively grasp the heart of matters, offering a quiet wisdom that guides you both.
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Numerology
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Personality Traits
Peak Year
#8 in 2014
Total Births
63
First Recorded
2005
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