What is the significance of naming a child after a Biblical figure in Hebrew culture?

In Hebrew culture, naming a child after a well-known Biblical figure is believed to connect the child with the positive virtues, values, and traits associated with that historical figure. Hence, the practice is considered significant in Hebrew culture.

What is the significance of naming a girl after a family member in Hebrew culture?

Most people follow the tradition of giving a Hebrew name to their child in honor of a deceased family member or ancestor to establish a spiritual connection between the family member and the child. This practice allows them to reminisce about their memories and heritage while believing the baby is bestowed with the ancestors blessings. Furthermore, some parents choose a name starting with the same first letter as the family member they are honoring. This practice further fosters a sense of familial connections across generations.

What is the significance of Hebrew girl names that end in "-el"?

The suffix ‘El’ in Hebrew means ‘God’ or ‘Deity.’ Thus, names ending with ‘el’ hold great religious significance in Jewish and Hebrew cultures. A few examples of such baby girl names include Abigael, Gabriel, Rachel, and Toviel.

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25 Hebrew Girl Names with Meanings, Starting With P

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Name	Gender	Meaning
Posie	Girl	A bunch of flowers; He will add
Polly	Girl	Bitter; Lost lost child; Humble
Peri	Girl	A fairy; A fruit
Penina	Girl	One who resembles pearl
Pelia	Girl	Miracle of God; Marvel of God
Pollyanna	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished-for child; Beloved; Love; Favor; Grace
Pessel	Girl	My pearl
Posy	Girl	A bunch of flowers; He will add
Pina	Girl	Wild horse; He will add
Priella	Girl	The fruit of God

Pele	Girl	Hawaiian goddess of volcanoes and fire; Wonder; Miracle
Pnina	Girl	Pearl; Precious stone
Peninnah	Girl	Precious stone; Pearl
Pollie	Girl	Sea of Bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; To swell; A diminutive of Mary
Panna	Girl	Favor; Grace; Emerald; Leaf; Page
Poll	Girl	Sea of bitterness; Rebelliousness; Wished for child; Messenger; Apostle
Pollekin	Girl	A daughter that was prayed for
Polli	Girl	One who is like a sea of bitterness
Pollyana	Girl	A rebellious child
Priela	Girl	One who is the fruit of God

Pipene	Girl	Daisy flower
Pazice	Girl	Golden
Perril	Girl	Pearl
Pepita	Girl	God will increase
Peppa	Girl	He will add

Infographic: Top Hebrew Girl Names with Meanings, Starting With P

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Hebrew Girl Names with Meanings, Starting With P(infographic)

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