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At a Glance
- Meaning
- My struggle, my wrestling
- Origin
- Hebrew (Biblical)
- Gender
- Used for both boys and girls
- Pronunciation
- NAF-tuh-lye
Naphtali is a Hebrew name from the Bible that means "my struggle, my wrestling." It is pronounced NAF-tuh-lye. If you want a name with deep Biblical roots and a meaning that speaks to perseverance, this one carries both.
Meaning & Origin of Naphtali
Meaning: My struggle, my wrestling.
Origin: Hebrew (Biblical).
Source: Wiktionary.
How to Pronounce Naphtali
NAF-tuh-lyeIPA /ˈnæftəlaɪ/
Popularity of Naphtali
Naphtali is rare in the U.S. Social Security data, which runs from 1975 to 2024. It peaked at #4707 in 1979 with 8 babies given the name, and in 2024 it ranked #11866 with just 6.
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FAQ
What does the name Naphtali mean?
My struggle, my wrestling. (Source: Wiktionary)
How do you pronounce Naphtali?
Naphtali is pronounced NAF-tuh-lye (IPA: /ˈnæftəlaɪ/).
Is Naphtali a popular name right now?
Naphtali peaked at #4707 in 1979 and is ranked #11866 as of 2024. (U.S. Social Security Administration data, 1975–2024.)
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