What Does the Name Esau Mean
The name Esau comes from Biblical roots and carries a meaning worth knowing. Read the full meaning and origin of Esau below, then browse real variants, short forms, and related names from the same family. Tap any name to copy it instantly.
Esau Name Meaning
Biblical, Biblical Latin, Biblical GreekFrom the Hebrew name עֵשָׂו ('Esaw) which possibly meant "hairy". In the Old Testament Esau is the elder of the twin sons of Isaac and Rebecca. Once when he was very hungry he...
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