These “checklists” will be posted from
the PCAF – ICEA staff on an ongoing basis
to help Christian educators with
tips, ideas, and instructions. 

A Website for the
Study of Names

And she shall bring forth a son, and
thou shalt call his name Jesus: for he shall
save his people from their sins.  (I Tim. 4:13)

Find out the original meaning of names on this website. Also glean name elements or “pieces” found in names, such as: el  – meaning “God” (GabriEL, JoEL, ELijah).

What to Do:

1. Go to the website: http://www.behindthename.com
2. Type in a name in the search box at the top
3. Explore the meaning, history, popularity, and related names

You may also browse names or search names by category, such as “biblical”, “historical”, “popular”, etc.