Hebrew · Boy name
Jericho
“city of the moon”
About the name Jericho
The name Jericho originates from the Hebrew word ‘Yeriho’, meaning ‘city of the moon’. It is most famously associated with the biblical city of Jericho, known for its ancient walls that fell after the Israelites marched around them. Jericho is one of the oldest inhabited cities in the world, located in the West Bank. The name has been used in various cultural contexts, including literature and music, symbolizing strength and resilience.
- Meaning
- city of the moon
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Gender
- Boy
- Pronunciation
- JEH-ri-koh(3 syl.)
Variants and spellings
No common variant spellings are widely recorded.
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Middle names for Jericho
- Jericho Michael
- Jericho James
- Jericho Alexander
- Jericho David
- Jericho Thomas
Questions about Jericho
- What does Jericho mean?
- Jericho is a Hebrew name meaning "city of the moon".
- How do you pronounce Jericho?
- Jericho is pronounced JEH-ri-koh, with emphasis on the first syllable.
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