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Chileab

“Like his father”

KIL-ee-ab Biblical, Hebrew origin 7 letters 3 syllables
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Chileab

Like his father

Biblical, Hebrew

Name Details & Attributes

Origin

Themes

Personality Traits

Syllables

3

About this name

Chileab is a rare Hebrew name meaning like his father. He was the second son of King David, born to Abigail, and is also called Daniel in Chronicles.

Chileab has Biblical and Hebrew origins. Chileab has a popularity score of 15 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue. It is pronounced KIL-ee-ab. It is associated with themes of Family. Its listed personality traits are Loyal and Gentle. It has 3 syllables and 7 letters. Related names in the catalogue include Daniel, Absalom and David.

Frequently asked questions

What does the name Chileab mean?

The name Chileab means "Like his father."

What origin is the name Chileab?

Chileab has Biblical and Hebrew origins.

Is Chileab a boy or girl name?

Chileab is traditionally a boy's name.

How do you pronounce Chileab?

Chileab is pronounced KIL-ee-ab.

Is Chileab popular?

Chileab has a popularity score of 15 out of 100 in the Anbu Baby catalogue.

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