Paz: meaning of the Hebrew name
פָּז
Pronounced PAHZ
Meaning of Paz
Paz means pure, refined gold, from the phrase ketem paz, finest gold, in the Song of Songs. A short and precious name for boys and girls.
His head is as the most fine gold, His locks are curled, And black as a raven.
רֹאשׁוֹ כֶּתֶם פָּז קְוֻצּוֹתָיו תַּלְתַּלִּים שְׁחֹרוֹת כָּעוֹרֵב׃
Paz in Hebrew
Paz is written פז in Hebrew (with vowel points: פָּז). Hebrew is read from right to left.
- פPe
- זZayin
Gematria value: 87 (Pe 80 + Zayin 7)
About the name
- GenderUnisex
- OriginHebrew
- Meaningpure gold
- PronunciationPAHZ
- Hebrewפז
- Syllables1
Popularity in Israel
Paz was not among the 150 most common boys' or girls' names in Israel in the CBS data for 2014-2024.
Source: Israel Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS), first names given to Jewish newborns, 2014-2024. Ranks cover the 150 most common names per year.
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Questions about Paz
What does the name Paz mean?
Paz means pure, refined gold, from the phrase ketem paz, finest gold, in the Song of Songs. A short and precious name for boys and girls.
How do you pronounce Paz?
Paz is pronounced PAHZ in modern Israeli Hebrew. The syllable in capital letters is stressed.
How do you write Paz in Hebrew?
Paz is written פז in Hebrew (with vowel points: פָּז).
Is Paz a biblical name?
Yes. Paz appears in the Hebrew Bible, in Song of Songs 5:11.
What is the gematria of Paz?
In gematria, the Hebrew spelling פז adds up to 87 (Pe 80 + Zayin 7).
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