Boy name
Naftali name meaning
“my wrestling or my struggle”
Naftali is a masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning my wrestling or my struggle. It comes from the Hebrew name Naftali, borne by one of Jacob’s sons in the Bible. The biblical explanation connects the name with wrestling, providing the context for its meaning of personal struggle.
What does Naftali mean?
My wrestling or my struggle
In Indonesian: pergulatanku atau perjuanganku
Origin and cultural usage of Naftali
From Hebrew Naftali, the name of one of Jacob's sons in the Bible. The biblical explanation connects it with wrestling or struggle.
Names are shared across communities. Where a name is commonly used says nothing certain about any one person’s ethnicity, religion or background.
Name combinations with Naftali
Two- and three-word full-name ideas with Naftali, built from names in our dictionary, with the meaning of each word.
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Meaning of each word
- Naftali: my wrestling or my struggle
- Xavier: a new house
- Micky: who is like God?
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Meaning of each word
- Naftali: my wrestling or my struggle
- Bastian: one from Sebaste
- Ezra: help or assistance
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Naftali Julian
Meaning of each word
- Naftali: my wrestling or my struggle
- Julian: belonging to the family of Julius
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Meaning of each word
- Mika: who is like God?
- Naftali: my wrestling or my struggle
- Josua: the Lord is salvation
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Naftali Joshua
Meaning of each word
- Naftali: my wrestling or my struggle
- Joshua: the Lord is salvation
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Meaning of each word
- Naftali: my wrestling or my struggle
- Kristian: follower of Christ
- Christian: follower of Christ's teachings
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How to pronounce Naftali
| Syllables | 3 · 7 letters · 7-letter boy names |
|---|---|
| Javanese script (Aksara Jawa) | ꦤꦥ꦳꧀ꦠꦭꦶ |
| Sundanese script (Aksara Sunda) | ᮔᮖ᮪ᮒᮜᮤ |
Is Naftali a boy’s name?
Yes, Naftali is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male. See all boy names.
Naftali ranks #3,487 among boy names in our data sample (5 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
Variants and similar names
Names that sound like Naftali
Famous people named Naftali
- Naftali Kobepa · b. 1964
- Naftali Mote · b. 1985
- Naftali Pakopa · b. 1983
FAQ about the name Naftali
What is the meaning of Naftali?
Naftali means my wrestling or my struggle. From Hebrew Naftali, the name of one of Jacob's sons in the Bible. The biblical explanation connects it with wrestling or struggle.
Is Naftali a boy’s name?
Yes, Naftali is used mostly as a boy’s name. In our data sample, 100% of bearers are male.
What is the origin of the name Naftali?
Naftali is of Hebrew origin.
How many syllables does Naftali have?
Naftali has 3 syllables (Naf-ta-li) and 7 letters.
How popular is the name Naftali?
Naftali ranks #3,487 among boy names in our data sample (5 of 168,435 occurrences). It is a sample, not national data.
What full names go well with Naftali?
Some ideas: Naftali Xavier Micky; Naftali Bastian Ezra; Naftali Julian.
Famous people named Naftali?
Notable people named Naftali include Naftali Kobepa, Naftali Mote, Naftali Pakopa.
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