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At a Glance
- Meaning
- Traditionally read as 'timid' or 'troubled' (biblical handmaid of Rachel)
- Origin
- Hebrew (biblical)
- Pronunciation
- BIL-hah
Bilhah is a Hebrew name from the Bible, where it belongs to Rachel's handmaid. It's traditionally read as 'timid' or 'troubled', which some parents will find too heavy and others will appreciate for its ancient roots. It's pronounced BIL-hah, with a soft, open ending.
Meaning & Origin of Bilhah
Meaning: Traditionally read as 'timid' or 'troubled' (biblical handmaid of Rachel).
Origin: Hebrew (biblical).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Bilhah
BIL-hahIPA /ˈbɪlhɑː/
Popularity of Bilhah
Bilhah does not appear in U.S. Social Security birth-name records (38,443 names on file, 1880–present) — likely too rare, too new, or recorded under a different spelling. No popularity rank or trend is shown rather than an invented one.
FAQ
What does the name Bilhah mean?
Traditionally read as ‘timid’ or ‘troubled’ (biblical handmaid of Rachel). (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Bilhah?
Bilhah is pronounced BIL-hah (IPA: /ˈbɪlhɑː/).
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