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BoyPronounced English /ˈseɪ.tən/

Satan

A name meaning "adversary".

Quick answer

Satan is a boy name meaning "adversary".

Pronunciation: English /ˈseɪ.tən/.

GenderBoy
Meaningadversary
PronunciationEnglish /ˈseɪ.tən/

Meaning and history

This name is derived from Hebrew שָׂטָן (saṭan) meaning "adversary". This is the Hebrew name of the enemy of the Judeo-Christian god. In the New Testament he is also known by the title Devil ( Diabolos in Greek).

Notes and context

Usage: theology, biblical, biblical hebrew | Ancient Hebrew: שָׂטָן