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    Nestor

    NES-tor

    Greek
    Boy
    Meaning-based name
    Meaning
    Traveler; Wisdom of elders
    Origin
    Greek
    Is it in the Bible?
    No — the name Nestor does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Traveler; Wisdom of elders", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Nestor.
    First appears in
    Does not appear in the King James text
    Peak US usage
    1990s (0.013% of births), currently falling
    Spiritual meaning
    Nestor is seasoned wisdom — the crowned glory of a righteous life, understanding deepened by length of days.
    Verses on this meaning
    • Proverbs 16:31

      "The hoary head is a crown of glory, if it be found in the way of righteousness."

    • Job 12:12

      "With the ancient is wisdom; and in length of days understanding."

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