"helper of God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Kemuel
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An ancient Hebrew name meaning raised by God
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The Story of Kemuel
Kemuel is a Hebrew biblical name meaning raised by God or congregation of God. The name is composed of the Hebrew elements qum (to rise, to stand) and El (God). In the Book of Genesis, Kemuel was a son of Nahor, the brother of Abraham. The name also appears in Numbers as a leader of the tribe of Ephraim.
Kemuel has remained a rare name throughout history, used mainly by families with deep biblical traditions. It experienced a small revival in the United States among African-American families in the 20th century who favored Old Testament names for their sons.
Biblical names carry tremendous weight in Christian and Jewish traditions. Kemuel appears three times in the Hebrew scriptures, lending it authentic ancient provenance that rare biblical names often carry as a mark of distinction.
Historical Record
Kemuel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1970.
Over 585 babies have been named Kemuel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Kemuel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #4,380 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Kemuel appears in three separate contexts in the Bible: as a nephew of Abraham, a leader of Ephraim, and a Levite official
- The el suffix (meaning God) connects Kemuel to more familiar names like Michael, Gabriel, and Daniel
Kemuel in Other Languages
Greek
Καμουήλ
Latin
Camuhel
Hebrew
קְמוּאֵל
Spanish
Kemuel
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Kemuel (Genesis 22:21)
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Son of Nahor, brother of Abraham, mentioned in the genealogies of Genesis
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #4,380
- Total SSA Count
- 24
- Cultural Origins
- Biblical Jewish Christian African-American
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Kem
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Frequently Asked Questions About Kemuel
What does the name Kemuel mean?
"helper of God" (from Hebrew). Kemuel is a Hebrew biblical name meaning raised by God or congregation of God. The name is composed of the Hebrew elements qum (to rise, to stand) and El (God). In the Book of Genesis, Kemuel was a son of Nahor, the brother of Abraham. The name also appears in Numbers as a leader of the tribe of Ephraim.
What is the origin of the name Kemuel?
Kemuel has Hebrew, Biblical, Jewish, Christian, and African-American origins. In Hebrew, it means "helper of God".
Is Kemuel a boy or girl name?
Kemuel is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Kemuel?
Kemuel is currently ranked #4380 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Kemuel?
Common nicknames for Kemuel include Kem.
What are good middle names for Kemuel?
Popular middle name pairings include Kemuel David, Kemuel James, Kemuel Aaron, Kemuel Joshua, Kemuel Elias, Kemuel Isaiah, and Kemuel Nathaniel.
What are good sibling names for Kemuel?
Names that pair well with Kemuel as siblings include Elisha, Miriam, Samuel, Leah, Jephthah, Deborah, and Gideon.
How many syllables does Kemuel have?
Kemuel has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Kemuel a common or rare name?
Kemuel is an uncommon name, ranked #4380 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Kemuel
Kemuel is a boy name with Biblical, Jewish, Christian, and African-American origins . The name means "helper of God" in Hebrew .
Kemuel is currently ranked #4,380 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Kemuel has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Kemuel include Kem. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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