"And Moses built an altar, and called the name of it Jehovah-nissi."
Biblical Name · English Origin
Banner Meaning in the Bible
Banner
boy
Banner means "Flag bearer; Standard", a boy's name of English origin. Banner appears in the King James Bible, and Song of Solomon 2:4 is the passage most often tied to it. Banner proclaims that God is our rallying point — His love is the standard under which we march and conquer.
Is Banner in the Bible?
Yes — Banner appears in the King James Bible, including Song of Solomon 2:4.
Pronunciation:/BAN-er/
OriginEnglish
MeaningFlag bearer; Standard
What does Banner mean?
Banner is a boy name of English origin meaning "Flag bearer; Standard". Banner connects to the biblical image of God as our banner — 'Jehovah Nissi.' After defeating the Amalekites, Moses built an altar and called it 'The LORD is my banner,' declaring that God Himself is the standard around which His people rally in…
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What does Banner mean in the Bible?
Banner means "Flag bearer; Standard" and is a name of English origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Banner connects to the biblical image of God as our banner — 'Jehovah Nissi.' After defeating the Amalekites, Moses built an altar and called it 'The LORD is my banner,' declaring that God Himself is the standard around which His people rally in spiritual battle.
Where does Banner appear in the Bible (KJV)?
Banner is connected to 1 key passage in the King James Bible, beginning with Song of Solomon 2:4. Each verse is quoted in full below.
"His banner over me was love."
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Which books of the Bible mention Banner?
Banner is mentioned across 2 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Banner?
Banner proclaims that God is our rallying point — His love is the standard under which we march and conquer.
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Names like Banner
Other English biblical names that share the spirit of "Flag bearer; Standard" — discovered by matching meaning category and origin.
Names that pair well with Banner
Sibling sets, middle-name combinations, and complementary pairings chosen for matching origin, meaning, and similar syllable weight.
Oakley
unisex
"Oak meadow; Oak clearing"
Banner & Oakley
Oakley
unisex
"Oak meadow; Oak clearing"
Banner & Oakley
Oakley
unisex
"Oak tree meadow; From the oak clearing"
Banner & Oakley
Hadley
girl
"Heather field; Field of heather"
Banner & Hadley
Harlow
girl
"Rocky hill; Army hill"
Banner & Harlow
Harlow
girl
"Army hill; Rock hill"
Banner & Harlow
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Banner name meaning: frequently asked questions
Yes — Banner appears in the King James Bible, including Song of Solomon 2:4.
Banner means "Flag bearer; Standard." It is an English name. The King James Bible uses it in Song of Solomon 2:4, so the meaning is carried by a real person in Scripture.
English. Banner comes into English from English and carries the sense "Flag bearer; Standard." It appears in the King James Bible, including Song of Solomon 2:4.
Common questions about the name Banner
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Banner?
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Banner?
You can read every verse where Banner appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.