Eldest son of Ishmael and one of the chiefs of the Ishmaelites (Gen. 25:13; Gen. 28:9; Gen. 36:3; 1 Chron. 1:29). The rams of Nebaioth are mentioned, with the flocks of Kedar his brother, as ministering to the prosperity of Israel in the future day of blessing (Isa. 60:7).