Joram

Meaning of Joram

Joram is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, semantically constituted by the theophoric element Yō- (יה), denoting the divine name, and the root rāʿam (רעם), ‘to be elevated,’ thereby forming the meaning “Yahweh is exalted.” Through the Latin Vulgate’s ecclesiastical tradition it appears as Ioram, integrating into Christian onomastics while preserving its original phonetic profile. Historically attested among the monarchs of Judah and Israel, the name carries an implicit connotation of regal dignity and covenantal heritage, evoking, like a sculpted bas-relief, the layered narratives of ancient Near Eastern polity. In contemporary American usage, Joram sustains a modest yet consistent presence—hovering near the nine-hundredth rank with approximately ten annual registrations—indicating a deliberate preference among parents for a biblically resonant appellation that remains distinctively uncommon within modern naming trends.

Pronunciation

English

• Pronunced as joh-ram (/dʒoʊ-ˈræm/)

• Joran
• Jorah
• Joren