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Shimei(17)
Shimei in the Bible — father of Jair (EST 2:5). Referenced in 3 scripture passages.
Name meaning: “Shimi, that hears or obeys; my reputation; my fame”
Profile
- Gender
- male
- Scripture References
- 3 references
- Known Names
- 1 name
- Relationships
- 2 connections
Names & Labels (1)
Shimeiproper name
- Hebrew
- שִׁמְעִי
- Transliteration
- shiməiy
- Meaning
- y-h-v-h has heard' or 'famous'
- Greek
- Σεμεϊου
- Reference
- EST 2:5
- Strong's
- H8096
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Shimei in the Bible?
Shimei is described in the Bible as father of Jair (EST 2:5).
What does the name Shimei mean?
The name Shimei means “Shimi, that hears or obeys; my reputation; my fame” according to Hitchcock's Bible Names Dictionary.