Bible Dictionary
Joha
Joha was the name of a Benjamite and of one of David’s mighty men.
Definition
Joha is the name of two biblical men: a Benjamite and one of David’s mighty men.
Biblical Usage
Joha appears in the genealogical list of Benjamin and among David’s distinguished warriors.
Historical Background
The supplied material gives the possible meaning “Jehovah gives life,” while also noting that the name’s meaning is uncertain.
Scripture References
Related Figures
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(Jehovah gives life).
International Standard Bible Encyclopedia (ISBE)
<p>jo'-ha (yocha, meaning unknown, but perhaps = yo'ach "Joah"; see HPN, 283, note 4):</p><p>(1) A Benjamite (1Ch 8:16).</p><p>(2) One of David's mighty men (1Ch 11:45).</p>