Rahab
רָחָב
/ ray-hab /
- Gender
- Girl
- Origin
- 🇿🇦 South Africa
- Religion
- Christianity
- First Seen
- —
- Trait
- Courageous
Meaning & Etymology
broad
broad
Etymology
From the Hebrew root r-h-b (to be broad).
Linguistic family: Afro-Asiatic > Semitic > Canaanite
Cultural context
Rahab is a less common name among Christian communities in South Africa, reflecting its biblical significance.
Symbolism
Represents courage and hospitality.
Religious reference
Joshua 2