Phineas Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Phineas Name at a Glance

Name	Phineas
Meaning	Oracle. One of the two sons of the priest Eli in the Old Testament.
Origin	Hebrew
Gender	Boy

What Does the Name Phineas Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Phineas means “Oracle. One of the two sons of the priest Eli in the Old Testament”. 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.

Phineas Name Origin

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

Is Phineas a Boy or Girl Name?

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

Choosing the Name Phineas

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