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איילת


Meaning of the name איילת

Ayelet is an ancient and biblical Hebrew name describing the female deer - the graceful and beautiful doe. The name appears in the Bible in several significant contexts, carrying deep meanings of grace, beauty, swiftness, and gentleness. In the Book of Psalms, "Ayelet HaShachar" (the doe of dawn) is mentioned as a symbol of hope and renewal, and in Proverbs, the beloved woman is described as "Ayelet Ahavim" (a loving doe) - an expression emphasizing feminine grace and beauty. The name Ayelet reflects the deep connection of the Jewish people to nature and the animals of the land, carrying values of freedom, independence, and natural beauty. In Jewish tradition, the deer and doe also symbolize the people of Israel and the Land of Israel itself. The sages compared the Land of Israel to a deer because of its unique beauty and virtue. The name Ayelet also carries a meaning of longing and aspiration - just as the doe thirsts for water, so does a person yearn for closeness to God and fulfillment of their destiny. In Hebrew poetry throughout the generations, the doe serves as a quintessential feminine symbol, representing femininity in its perfect form - a combination of gentleness and strength, beauty and wisdom. The name was especially popular during the period of national revival, when parents sought pure Hebrew names connected to nature and sources. Today, Ayelet is a very popular name in Israel, carrying an image of a strong, independent, and talented woman. Many women named Ayelet have excelled in various fields - art, law, journalism, and science. The name conveys a sense of vitality, positive energy, and the ability to face challenges. The biblical and natural meaning of the name gives it cultural and spiritual depth, while its modern and pleasant sound makes it relevant and beloved in our generation as well. Parents who choose Ayelet give their daughter a name that bridges tradition and modernity, nature and culture, and gentleness with inner strength.

The name איילת with vowels

אַיֶּלֶת

The name איילת in English

Ayelet | Ayeleth | Ayala

איילת is mainly suitable for

Girl

Is the name איילת considered international

No

Origin of the name איילת from the Bible

Psalms 42:2 - As the deer pants for streams of water, so my soul pants for you, my God

Origin of the name איילת from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the doe symbolizes the quality of Malchut - the feminine sefirah that receives and transmits abundance. The name Ayelet represents the feminine power that receives the divine light and brings it into the world of action. The deer in its swiftness symbolizes the ability to move quickly between the spiritual and physical worlds, connecting them with grace and harmony.

Gematria value for the name איילת

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Numerology value for the name איילת

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Famous people named איילת

Ayelet Zurer | Ayelet Shaked | Ayelet Haspari | Ayelet Menahemi | Ayelet Robinson

Names similar to איילת

Total times the name איילת was registered

6817 times

Graph of the name איילת

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