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Eden

Pronounced EE-dun

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✓ In the King James Bible — Yes — Eden appears in the King James Bible, including Genesis 2:8.

Meaning: "Delight; Paradise; Pleasure"
Origin: Hebrew

Eden means "delight" or "pleasure" in Hebrew. It is the name of the garden God planted as the original paradise for humanity — "And the LORD God planted a garden eastward in Eden; and there he put the man whom he had formed." The Garden of Eden represents God's original design for human flourishing: perfect communion with God, harmony with creation, meaningful work, and intimate relationship. It is the picture of what God intended before sin entered the world — and what He promises to restore. Eden also appears as a geographical reference and a personal name in Scripture. In 2 Chronicles 29:12, Eden is listed among the Levites who helped cleanse the temple during King Hezekiah's reformation. As a baby name, Eden has surged in popularity, ranking among the top 100 names for girls in many countries. Its association with paradise, beauty, and divine delight makes it deeply appealing to parents seeking a name with spiritual resonance.

Spiritual meaning

Eden — 'delight' — reminds us that God's original purpose was joy, beauty, and intimate communion. The story of redemption is the journey back to Eden — to restored fellowship with our Creator.

Related verses (KJV)

"And the LORD God planted a garden eastward in Eden; and there he put the man whom he had formed."
Genesis 2:8 (KJV) →
"And the LORD God took the man, and put him into the garden of Eden to dress it and to keep it."
Genesis 2:15 (KJV) →

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