Bible Dictionary

Onam

The name Onam means “Onan, same as On”.

Smith's Bible Dictionary 1863

(strong).
  1. One of the sons of Shobal the son of Seir. (Genesis 36:23; 1 Chronicles 1:40) (B.C. 1964.)
  2. The son of Jerahmeel by his wife Atarah. (1 Chronicles 2:26,28)

International Standard Bible Encyclopedia 1915

o'-na ('onam, "vigorous"; compare ONAN):

(1) "Son" of Shobal "son" of Seir the Horite (Ge 36:23; 1Ch 1:40).

(2) "Son" of Jerahmeel by Atarah; perhaps the name is connected with Onan son of Judah (1Ch 2:26,28).