Zebulun
Meaning of Zebulun
Rooted in ancient Hebrew, Zebulun (zeh-BYOO-luhn) emerges from the storied tapestry of the Torah as the sixth son of Jacob and Leah, his name derived from zebul, signifying “dwelling” or, by poetic extension, “honored abode.” In biblical lore, the tribe of Zebulun is cast as Israel’s merchant-mariners, anchoring trade along the Galilean coast—a vivid metaphor for an individual equally at ease charting both inner and outer horizons. Though its appearance in contemporary Anglo-American birth records seldom exceeds a few dozen annual entries—roughly thirty in 2024—this rarity lends Zebulun a quietly assured warmth, appealing to parents who cherish deep-rooted resonance with minimal risk of playground confusion; its sonorous, three-syllable cadence offers a harmonious bridge between ancestral heritage and individual adventure.
Pronunciation
American English
- Pronunced as zeh-BYOO-luhn (/zɛˈbjuːlən/)
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