Nachum
Meaning of Nachum
Nachum is a male name with Hebrew origins. It is pronounced as NAH-khum (/nɑːxʊm/) in Hebrew. The name has variations, with Nahum being another common form. In the United States, Nachum has been given to a small number of newborns each year. While its popularity has fluctuated over the years, it remains an uncommon choice for parents seeking a unique and meaningful name for their baby boy. The name Nachum carries historical and biblical associations, as it is derived from the Hebrew language and can be found in ancient texts and scriptures.
Pronunciation
Hebrew
- Pronunced as NAH-khum (/nɑːxʊm/)
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Notable People Named Nachum
| Nachum Dershowitz is an Israeli computer scientist known for his contributions to term rewrite systems and the Dershowitz-Manna ordering. |
| Nachum Gutman, a Moldovan-born Israeli artist, was known for his work as a painter, sculptor, and author. |
| Nachum Segal is a prominent American radio disc jockey known for hosting the program Jewish Moments in the Morning since 1983 and serving as the president of the Nachum Segal Network. |
| Nachum Heiman was an Israeli composer and musician known for his over 1,000 songs, some of which have become classics of Israeli folk music. |
