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Pinchus
Pronounced PIN-khəs /ˈpɪn.xəs/Medium
Meaning: Yiddish form of Phinehas/Pinchas — from Hebrew/Egyptian, possibly 'the Nubian, dark-skinned' or 'mouth of brass'; a biblical priestLow
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History & Origin
Pinchus is a Yiddish form of Phinehas/Pinchas — from Hebrew (likely via Egyptian), possibly 'the Nubian, dark-skinned' or 'mouth of brass' (the grandson of Aaron, a zealous priest; the etymology is debated, which we note). A devout, traditional name in Orthodox Jewish communities.
In the U.S. it appears in Orthodox communities. Rare, the-Nubian-or-mouth-of-brass at the (debated) root, and traditional.
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What does the name Pinchus mean?
Pinchus is the Yiddish Phinehas — possibly 'the Nubian, dark-skinned' or 'mouth of brass'; the etymology is debated.
How do you pronounce Pinchus?
It's said PIN-khəs /ˈpɪn.xəs/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Pinchus a boy or girl name?
Pinchus is a boy's name.
How popular is Pinchus?
Pinchus is a rare name, used in Orthodox communities.