Girl Names You Didn’t Know Were from the Old Testsment

These sweet baby girl names are ones you might not have known are from the Old Testament: 

Abigail: Abigail gives provisions to King David and later marries him. See 1 Samuel to read more about her.

Sarah: Sarah is the wife of Abraham, and mother of God's chosen people through her son Isaac. See Genesis to read more about her.

Rebecca: Rebecca is the wife of Isaac and mother of Jacob and Esau. She is the mother of God's chosen people through her son Jacob. See Genesis to read more about her. 

Leah: Leah married Jacob and through her lineage Jesus would be born. Read more about Leah in Genesis. 

Rachel: Rachel is the beloved wife of Jacob and mother of Joseph (of the coat of many colors). Read more about Rachel in Genesis. 

Hannah: Hannah was infertile and prayed for a son. When Samuel was finally born she dedicated him to God's service. Read more about Hannah in 1 Samuel. 

Naomi: Naomi is the mother-in-law of Ruth. She experiences many hardships, but in the end is blessed. Read more about Naomi in the book of Ruth. 

These strong, godly women from the Old Testament would be beautiful names to give to your sweet little girl.