What Does the Name Benaiah Mean
The name Benaiah comes from Biblical roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Benaiah below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Benaiah Name Meaning
BiblicalFrom the Hebrew name בְּנָיָהוּ (Benayahu) meaning "YAHWEH has built". This was the name of numerous Old Testament characters.
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