"The name Zelophehad appears in the biblical narrative."
Scripture (KJV)
Biblical Name · Hebrew Origin
Zelophehad Meaning in the Bible
Zelophehad
boy
Zelophehad means "Shadow of protection", a boy's name of Hebrew origin. Zelophehad appears in the King James Bible, and Scripture is the passage most often tied to it. The name Zelophehad, meaning 'Shadow of protection,' carries spiritual significance in the biblical tradition.
Is Zelophehad in the Bible?
Yes — Zelophehad appears in the King James Bible, including Scripture.
Pronunciation:/zeh-LOH-feh-had/
OriginHebrew
MeaningShadow of protection
What does Zelophehad mean?
Zelophehad is a boy name of Hebrew origin meaning "Shadow of protection". Zelophehad is a biblical name meaning 'Shadow of protection.' This name appears in Scripture and reflects aspects of Gods character and His purposes for His people.
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What does Zelophehad mean in the Bible?
Zelophehad means "Shadow of protection" and is a name of Hebrew origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Zelophehad is a biblical name meaning 'Shadow of protection.' This name appears in Scripture and reflects aspects of Gods character and His purposes for His people.
Where does Zelophehad appear in the Bible (KJV)?
Zelophehad is connected to 1 key passage in the King James Bible, beginning with Scripture. Each verse is quoted in full below.
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What is the spiritual meaning of Zelophehad?
The name Zelophehad, meaning 'Shadow of protection,' carries spiritual significance in the biblical tradition.
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Names like Zelophehad
Other Hebrew biblical names that share the spirit of "Shadow of protection" — discovered by matching meaning category and origin.
Names that pair well with Zelophehad
Sibling sets, middle-name combinations, and complementary pairings chosen for matching origin, meaning, and similar syllable weight.
Elizabeth
girl
"God is my oath"
Zelophehad & Elizabeth
Seraphina
girl
"Burning one; Fiery angel"
Zelophehad & Seraphina
Abigail
girl
"Father of joy"
Zelophehad & Abigail
Abilene
girl
"Meadow; Grassy place"
Zelophehad & Abilene
Abilene
girl
"Meadow; Land of grass; Green pasture"
Zelophehad & Abilene
Bethany
girl
"House of figs"
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Zelophehad name meaning: frequently asked questions
Common questions about the name Zelophehad
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Zelophehad?
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Zelophehad?
You can read every verse where Zelophehad 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.