Bible Dictionary
Bethgader
A name appearing in Judah’s genealogical records, probably referring to a place called “house of the wall,” though the identification is uncertain.
Definition
Bethgader means “house of the wall.” It is probably a place-name, although it appears in Judah’s genealogical record as if it were the name of a person.
Biblical Usage
Bethgader occurs in the genealogy of Judah.
Historical Background
The supplied material provides no certain identification of the place.
Scripture References
Historical Bible Dictionaries
Smith's Bible Dictionary
(house of the wall), doubtless a place, though it occurs in the genealogies of Judah as if a person. (1 Chronicles 2:51)