Pinchas Boy

Popularity: #885 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: PEEN-khas /ˈpɪn.xəs/

Origin: Hebrew

Meaning: Hebrew: 'the one who is saved'

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Pinchas has its roots in the Hebrew language, deriving from the name פִּנְחָס (Pinḥas), which is believed to mean "the one who is dark" or "the one who is a serpent." The name appears in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in the Book of Numbers, where Pinchas is a notable figure known for his zealous act in defending the sanctity of Israelite worship, leading to a covenant of peace bestowed upon him by God. This biblical character is significant in Jewish tradition, symbolizing zeal and commitment to faith.

Historically, Pinchas is mentioned in the context of the Israelites' journey through the wilderness, around the 13th century BCE, during the time of Moses. His actions are recorded in Numbers 25:10-13, where he intervenes to stop a plague among the Israelites, which further solidified his legacy as a priestly figure.

The name has been carried through generations, often associated with strength and righteousness in the face of moral challenges. In later Jewish texts, such as the Talmud, Pinchas is discussed in various contexts, further embedding the name within Jewish religious thought.

Culturally, the name Pinchas has resonated within Jewish communities, often evoking themes of bravery and devotion. It has been used in various forms of Jewish literature and folklore, reinforcing its significance.

The name also has a diminutive form, Pinny, which has been used informally. The enduring legacy of Pinchas in religious texts and traditions has contributed to its continued recognition and respect within Jewish culture, symbolizing a steadfast commitment to one's beliefs and values.

Famous people named Pinchas

In this section, you will find notable people named Pinchas. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Pinchas who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

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Pinchas Zukerman is a violinist and conductor best known for his performances with the London Symphony Orchestra, the New York Philharmonic, and the Berlin Philharmonic.

Pinchas Steinberg is a conductor best known for his work with the Vienna State Opera, the Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, and the Royal Philharmonic Orchestra.

Sibling suggestions

If you're looking for sibling name ideas that pair well with Pinchas, the following options are frequently chosen as complementary choices by parents.

MordechaiYitzhakAvrahamShlomoDavidEli

Similar names

Based on our extensive baby names database, several names share stylistic or phonetic similarities with Pinchas. These names can serve as alternatives to the sibling suggestions listed above and may help you find the perfect complementary name for your growing family.

PhineasPincusPinnyPavelPieroPinoPaxParker

U.S. Historical Usage

The name Pinchas was first seen in the United States in 1970.

Pinchas has ranked as high as #5412 nationally, which occurred in 2025, and has been most popular in New York, and New Jersey.

In the past 5 years the name Pinchas has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Pinchas is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Pinchas was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

Popularity Over Time (National) — Table

We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Pinchas.

Year Total Births Boy
2025 53 53
2024 51 51
2023 29 29
2022 52 52
2021 41 41
2020 44 44
2019 28 28
2018 32 32
2017 41 41
2016 34 34
2015 33 33
2014 32 32
2013 27 27
2012 30 30
2011 32 32
2010 28 28
2009 27 27
2008 38 38
2007 36 36
2006 23 23
2005 33 33
2004 21 21
2003 27 27
2002 14 14
2001 19 19
2000 24 24
1999 14 14
1998 31 31
1997 25 25
1996 17 17
1995 13 13
1994 14 14
1993 15 15
1992 16 16
1991 12 12
1990 13 13
1989 18 18
1988 17 17
1987 17 17
1986 13 13
1985 17 17
1984 8 8
1983 11 11
1982 7 7
1981 6 6
1979 7 7
1978 11 11
1977 8 8
1976 10 10
1974 7 7
1973 6 6
1972 6 6
1971 6 6
1970 5 5

Top States for Pinchas (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
NY 27
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