אביגייל

Avigail is an ancient and emotionally resonant biblical Hebrew name, carrying within it a profound meaning of family joy and paternal connection. The name is composed of two parts: 'Avi' meaning 'my father' or 'my dad', and 'Gil' meaning joy, gladness, and exultation. The complete meaning of the name is 'my father is my joy', 'father's joy', or 'my father rejoices' - a beautiful expression of family love and the special bond between parent and child. The name expresses the feeling that the daughter is the source of her father's joy and pride, carrying a message of love, family warmth, and deep appreciation. In the Bible, Abigail is a particularly central and impressive figure, the wife of Nabal the Carmelite who became one of King David's wives. She is described as a woman of beauty and good understanding, who demonstrated wisdom, courage, and exceptional diplomatic ability. When her husband Nabal insulted David and refused to help him, Abigail took personal initiative to meet David with gifts and words of reconciliation, thereby preventing bloodshed and disaster. Her wise and prudent words influenced David not to take revenge on Nabal and his household. After Nabal's death, David married Abigail, and she bore him his son Chileab. The biblical figure of Abigail has become a symbol of feminine wisdom, initiative, courage, and the ability to act with sound judgment even in difficult situations. She represents the wise woman who knows how to act correctly in times of crisis and influence events for the better. In modern Israeli culture, Avigail is an especially popular name, combining biblical depth with a sweet and pleasant sound. The name has gained tremendous popularity in recent decades, both in Israel and in the Western world, particularly in its English form Abigail. It is perceived as a classic and elegant name, with a touch of tradition yet also modernity. The international aspect of the name makes it an excellent choice for families seeking an authentic Hebrew name that is also easy to pronounce and use in an international environment. The name carries positive attributes of joy, wisdom, beauty, and courage, giving its bearers a sense of connection to biblical roots alongside contemporary relevance. Common affectionate forms of the name include Avi, Avigi, Gail, or Gaili, adding variety and sweetness to it. Avigail is a name suitable for all ages and life stages, radiating optimism and positive energy, always reminding us of the beautiful meaning at its core - family joy and unconditional love.

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Avigail | Abigail | Abigayl | Avigayil

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1 Samuel 25:3 - Now the name of the man was Nabal, and the name of his wife Abigail; and the woman was of good understanding and beautiful

In Kabbalah, the name Avigail symbolizes the union between the divine paternal dimension and spiritual joy. The letter Aleph represents the Master, the beginning and divine source, while the word 'Gil' expresses the supreme spiritual joy in creation. The name carries the Kabbalistic message of joy that originates from connection with the divine source, representing the ability to experience spiritual happiness through connection with higher worlds. Avigail is associated with the Sefirot of Chesed and Tiferet, symbolizing the flow of divine love and abundance into the world.

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Abigail Adams | Abigail Breslin | Abigail Spencer | Abigail Cowen | Abigail Ratchford | Abigail Hawk | Abigail Shapiro | Abigail Johnson

אביגיל | אביבה | אבישג | גילה | גילת | יעל | מיכל | רחל