Joab
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- Name
- Joab
- Gender
- Boy name
- Syllables
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Joab is an anglicized form of the Hebrew name Yoʾav (יוֹאָב), which means 'Yahweh is Father' in English.
What does the name Joab mean?
Joab is an anglicized variant of the biblical Hebrew name Yoʾav (יוֹאָב). The English translation of the name is 'Yahweh is Father'. Its origin can be found in Old Hebrew and consists of the elements yo (יֹו) or yeho (יְהוֹ), meaning 'the name of God', and 'av (אָב) for 'father'. The name gained recognition through Joab, the commander of King David, who is portrayed both positively and negatively in the Bible. Other variants include Yoav, Ioab, Joabe, and Yoa.
Where does the name Joab come from?
Joab is a male first name of Old Hebrew descent meaning 'Yahweh is Father'.
How do you pronounce Joab?
Joab is pronounced like 'Jo-ap'.
Popularity
In Germany, Joab is a rare first name. In 2023, it ranked 5,488th on the list of the most common male baby names. Its best ranking was in 2019, when it reached 3,920th place. Over the last ten years, Joab has been used as a first name approximately 20 times, placing it 5,210th in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 6,182nd.
Famous people
- Joab (commander of King David)
- Joab Brace (minister from the USA)
- Joab Lawler (American preacher)
Frequently asked questions about the name Joab
What is the origin of the name Joab?
Joab is a male first name of Old Hebrew origin, rooted in Biblical Hebrew.
What does the name Joab mean?
The meaning of Joab is 'Yahweh is Father', derived from the Hebrew elements for 'God' and 'Father'.
How popular is the name Joab?
Joab is a traditional name known through biblical stories, but it is less common in modern naming.