"Land of Zebulun and land of Naphtali, the Way of the Sea."
Biblical Name · Hebrew Origin
Naphtali Meaning in the Bible
Naphtali
boy
Naphtali means "My wrestling", a boy's name of Hebrew origin. Naphtali appears in the King James Bible, and Matthew 4:15 is the passage most often tied to it. From a place of wrestling to the launching ground of the gospel — redemption of struggle.
Is Naphtali in the Bible?
Yes — Naphtali appears in the King James Bible, including Matthew 4:15.
Pronunciation:/NAF-tah-lee/
OriginHebrew
MeaningMy wrestling
What does Naphtali mean?
Naphtali is a boy name of Hebrew origin meaning "My wrestling". Jacob's sixth son whose territory in Galilee became the region where Jesus began His public ministry.
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What does Naphtali mean in the Bible?
Naphtali means "My wrestling" and is a name of Hebrew origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Jacob's sixth son whose territory in Galilee became the region where Jesus began His public ministry.
Where does Naphtali appear in the Bible (KJV)?
Naphtali is connected to 1 key passage in the King James Bible, beginning with Matthew 4:15. Each verse is quoted in full below.
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Which books of the Bible mention Naphtali?
Naphtali is mentioned across 2 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Naphtali?
From a place of wrestling to the launching ground of the gospel — redemption of struggle.
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Naphtali name meaning: frequently asked questions
Yes — Naphtali appears in the King James Bible, including Matthew 4:15.
Naphtali means "My wrestling." It is a Hebrew name. The King James Bible uses it in Matthew 4:15, so the meaning is carried by a real person in Scripture.
Hebrew. Naphtali comes into English from Hebrew and carries the sense "My wrestling." It appears in the King James Bible, including Matthew 4:15.
Common questions about the name Naphtali
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Naphtali?
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Naphtali?
You can read every verse where Naphtali 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.