Amariah

Amariah (meaning the Lord says or the integrity of the Lord) is a name borne by at least nine distinct individuals in the Old Testament, reflecting its popularity among priestly and Levitical families. Prominent figures include: (1) Amariah son of Meraioth, a high priest in the line of Eleazar (1 Chr. 6:7, 52); (2) Amariah son of Azariah, who served as chief priest over religious matters under Jehoshaphat (2 Chr. 19:11); (3) a Levite son of Hebron in David's organization (1 Chr. 23:19; 24:23); (4) a distributor of priestly portions under Hezekiah (2 Chr. 31:15); (5) a priest who returned with Zerubbabel (Neh. 12:2). The name's concentration among priestly families underscores its association with the temple service across multiple generations.