The name that is transliterated as “Achim” in English means “Jehovah will establish” or “without winter.” (Source: Cornwall / Smith 1997 )
In Libras (Brazilian Sign Language) is translated with a sign that depicts “the Lord will establish” (the original meaning of the name) and the shoulder refers to Achim’s ancestors from the Kings of Judah. (Source: Missão Kophós )
“Achim” in Libras (source )
For more information on translations of proper names with sign language see this article in Christianity Today .
