Strong’s H2265

חֲבַקּוּק

Part of speech

Proper Name Masculine

Transliteration

Chabaqquwq

Pronunciation

khab-ak-kook'

Definition

Habakkuk

Meaning

Chabakkuk

Usage

The name "Habakkuk" is traditionally understood to mean "embrace" or "one who embraces." It is used as a proper noun to refer to the prophet Habakkuk, who is the author of the Book of Habakkuk in the Old Testament. The name may imply a sense of comfort or support, as one who embraces another.

Bible references

Habakkuk 1:1;Habakkuk 3:1