Origin and Meaning of Nahum

Comfort, consolation

Origin: Hebrew - Derived from the Hebrew verb 'nacham' which means 'to comfort' or 'to console.' Nahum is also the name of a prophet in the Hebrew Bible.

• Nahum is one of the twelve minor prophets recognized in the Hebrew Bible and Christian Old Testament, known for the Book of Nahum.
• The name is used predominantly in Jewish tradition and among Christians, especially due to its biblical significance.
• Notable bearers include Nahum, the Old Testament prophet and Nahum Tatarsky, a notable figure in modern literary circles.
• While Nahum is not extremely common today, it has seen periods of use in religious families and communities, particularly among those who value biblical names.
• Variations of Nahum can be found in other cultures, such as Nahoum in French and Nahhim in Arabic.