Naphtali Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Naphtali is listed in our database as a girl name of Biblical origin. Its recorded meaning is “That struggles or fights”.

Naphtali Name at a Glance

Name Naphtali
Meaning That struggles or fights.
Origin Biblical
Gender Girl

What Does the Name Naphtali Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Naphtali means “That struggles or fights”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Naphtali Name Origin

Our database records Naphtali under Biblical origin. Browse more Biblical baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Naphtali a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Naphtali is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Naphtali

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