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Naomi

Naomi in the Bible — wife of Elimelech (RUT 1:2) and mother-in-law of Ruth (RUT 1:4). Referenced in 7 scripture passages.

Name meaning: beautiful; agreeable

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Gender
female
Scripture References
7 references
Known Names
2 names
Relationships
5 connections

Names & Labels (2)

Naomiproper name
Hebrew
נָעֳמִ֜י
Transliteration
noomiy
Meaning
my joy
Greek
Νωεμιν
Reference
RUT 1:2
Strong's
H5281
Maraproper name
Hebrew
מָרָא
Transliteration
mara
Meaning
bitter
Greek
Πικράν
Reference
RUT 1:20
Strong's
H4755

Family & Relationships (5)

wife

Elimelech(RUT 1:2)

mother

Mahlon(RUT 1:2)
Chilion(RUT 1:2)

mother-in-law

Orpah(RUT 1:6)
Ruth(RUT 1:6)

Frequently Asked Questions

Who is Naomi in the Bible?

Naomi is described in the Bible as wife of Elimelech (RUT 1:2) and mother-in-law of Ruth (RUT 1:4).

What does the name Naomi mean?

The name Naomi means “beautiful; agreeable” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.

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