Gedaliah Name Meaning
The name Gedaliah comes from Biblical roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Gedaliah below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Gedaliah Name Meaning
BiblicalMeans "YAHWEH is great" in Hebrew. This was the name of several characters in the Old Testament, including the governor of Judah appointed by Nebuchadnezzar.
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