Tracing family lines in ancient records can be tricky, as the line between a personal name and a descriptive title easily blurs. When reviewing the family line of Shemaiah, the list of his descendants includes terms that initially appear to be relational markers or honorary titles.
A casual reading might suggest that after mentioning one son, Elzabad, the record simply refers to his brothers and describes them as capable, heroic men. However, the primary approach among commentators is that no such description is taking place. Rather than highlighting the bravery or skills of Elzabad's siblings, these seemingly descriptive words are actually the given names of two additional sons of Shemaiah.