Magog

Gender
Male (Masculine | Boy)
Usage/Origins
Meaning
Magog is a biblical name that appears in the book of Genesis. Magog was the grandson of Noah and the son of Japheth. He is also mentioned in the book of Revelation as a symbol of evil and darkness. The name may derive from the Hebrew word "magog," meaning "Land of Gog," which is thought to refer to a region or people group in the biblical world.
Popularity
The name Magog does not appear on lists of popular baby names in any language or country.

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Cartoon of Magog

Magog Name meanings & History

Magog is a biblical name that appears in the book of Genesis. Magog was the grandson of Noah and the son of Japheth. He is also mentioned in the book of Revelation as a symbol of evil and darkness. The name may derive from the Hebrew word "magog," meaning "Land of Gog," which is thought to refer to a region or people group in the biblical world. The name Magog is obscure, but may come from the Assyrian mat-Gugu, "Land of Gyges", i.e., Lydia. Alternatively, Gog may be derived from Magog rather than the other way round, and "Magog" may be code for Babylon. Magog is a very rare name and is not commonly used in modern times. Some parents who are drawn to biblical names and their meanings may be interested in using this name.

Zodiac Sign of Magog: Mother Cancer

Synonyms of Magog:

M: Mushy,Memory,Mommy,Maternal,Memorabilia,Mother,Manipulative

A: Ambitious,Action,Assertive,Aggressive,Angry,Argumentative

G: Goof-off,Go-getter,Genuine,Gregarious

O: Obsessive,Obstinate,Ostentatious,Obsolete,Organized

Magog is:

  • a Modern name
  • a Strong name
  • a Unintellectual name

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