Job

Meaning persecuted, hated
Origin Hebrew
Gender Boy
Popularity Moderate
Length 3
Syllables 1
Syllabification Job

About Job

Derived from the ancient Hebrew name "Iyyov," the name Job carries a rich and enduring legacy. Best known from the biblical account of a man who displayed remarkable resilience in the face of adversity, Job's unwavering faith has made the name synonymous with strength and perseverance. The name's Hebrew origin translates to "persecuted" or "hated," underscoring the challenges Job overcame. In modern times, parents choosing the name Job for their baby boys may be drawn to its timeless qualities and profound meaning. Its concise and strong sound, along with its biblical roots, lends a sense of dignity and character. Whether inspired by the historical figure or simply captivated by its deep significance, the name Job bestows upon its bearer a name that speaks to enduring courage and the ability to find hope even in the midst of life's trials.

Variations of Name Job

Jacob
Joel
Joseph
Jonathan
Joshua

Nicknames for Job

Jo
Joey
Jobey
Joby

Famous People Named Job

Job CohenDutch politician
Job Bicknell EllisAmerican mycologist
Job MosesAustralian cricketer
Job John le ClézioFrench-Mauritian author and Nobel laureate
Job van der FuijkDutch rower
Job KienhuisDutch swimmer
Job NottinghamEnglish painter
Job WhitfieldAmerican actor
Job DuruptFrench ski mountaineer
Job BrabyAustralian rules footballer
Job RaaymakersDutch cyclist
Job Willem te SelleDutch writer
Job MashartDutch sprinter
Job ter BurgDutch film editor
Job ThoralFrench mathematician
Job ScholtzeDanish architect
Job ChytraeusGerman theologian
Job van der WorpDutch rower
Job ZomerDutch musician
Job van WinkelhofDutch swimmer

Characters Named Job

Job GregorioCharacter in the video game "Trails of Cold Steel III"
Job SteigerCharacter in the film "Captain America - The First Avenger"
Job van DamCharacter in the novel "The Darkroom of Damocles" by Willem Frederik Hermans
Job SkeffingtonCharacter in the film "Mr. Skeffington"
Job PotterCharacter in the film "The Wedding Date"
Job GoodmanCharacter in the film "The Natural"
Job TravisCharacter in the film "Winter Passing"
Job NewtonCharacter in the film "Liar Liar"
Job van HartenCharacter in the Dutch novel "Het Bureau" by J.J. Voskuil
Job BluthCharacter in the TV show "Archer"
Job GrantCharacter in the film "Tomorrowland"
Job WeidnerCharacter in the film "Black Dog"
Job MosesCharacter in the novel "The Underdog" by Markus Zusak

Other Popular Names Beginning with J

Jase
Jadiel
Juan
Joan
Jairo
Josias
Jack
Javier
Jaime
Jesse