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אביב


Meaning of the name אביב

Aviv is an original and ancient Hebrew name symbolizing the spring season, the season of renewal and blossoming. The etymological root of the name appears in the Bible in the context of the month of Aviv, the month when the Israelites left Egypt. The name carries a profound meaning of new beginnings, growth, and hope. In spring, nature awakens to new life, trees bloom, fields are covered with greenery and flowers, and the air fills with the scent of renewal. The name Aviv expresses the idea of rebirth, of emerging from the harsh winter period toward a time of light, warmth, and renewed life. In modern Israeli culture, the name Aviv holds special significance and is inseparably connected to the city of Tel Aviv, the first modern Hebrew city. Tel Aviv, founded in 1909, received its name from Theodor Herzl's book "Altneuland" which was translated into Hebrew as "Tel Aviv." The combination of "Tel" - a symbol of antiquity and roots, with "Aviv" - a symbol of innovation and renewal, represents the Zionist vision of building a new future on the foundations of the ancient past. The name Aviv as a personal name became especially popular during the period of national revival, when Jews returned to the Land of Israel and wanted to express the feeling of renewal and hope. It reflects the deep connection of the Jewish people to the land, to nature, and to the cyclical nature of life. People bearing the name Aviv are often perceived as optimistic individuals, full of life and positive energy. The name conveys a sense of freshness, youth, and dynamism. There is something light and joyful about it, reminiscent of the bright spring days filled with promise. In Jewish Kabbalah, spring symbolizes the period of redemption and freedom, as in the month of Nisan, the month of spring, Israel left Egypt. Therefore, the name also carries the meaning of freedom, liberation from chains, and the ability to start anew. It is a name particularly suitable for children born in the spring season or during Passover, but it carries a universal meaning of hope and renewal that is relevant to any time and season. The name Aviv is a popular choice among Israeli parents seeking an original Hebrew name that is short, easy to pronounce, and carries positive and inspiring meaning.

The name אביב with vowels

אָבִיב

The name אביב in English

Aviv | Avib | Abib

אביב is mainly suitable for

Boy and Girl

Is the name אביב considered international

No

Origin of the name אביב from the Bible

Exodus 13:4 - This day you are going out, in the month of Aviv

Origin of the name אביב from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, Aviv symbolizes the power of spiritual renewal and the awakening of the soul. It is a period of transition from darkness to light, from contraction to expansion, and represents the inner ability of a person to renew and flourish. Spring in the spiritual dimension corresponds to the Sefirah of Tiferet, which balances between Chesed and Gevurah, bringing harmony and beauty. The name carries an energy of growth, fertility, and creativity, and is connected to the life forces awakening in both nature and the human soul.

Gematria value for the name אביב

15

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2

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10

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Numerology value for the name אביב

6

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10

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15

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5

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6

Famous people named אביב

Aviv Geffen - Israeli rock musician | Aviv Alush - Israeli actor | Aviv Moshe - Israeli singer | Aviv Nevo - Israeli-American venture capitalist | Aviv Bushinsky - Israeli political advisor | Aviv Kochavi - Israeli military officer | Aviv Tatarsky - Israeli researcher

Total times the name אביב was registered

16240 times

Graph of the name אביב

* Source: Central Bureau of Statistics. As of April 2022

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