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איליי


Meaning of the name איליי

Ilai is an ancient and rare Hebrew name with deep biblical roots, carrying multiple meanings of supremacy, elevation, and spirituality. The name derives from the root 'alah' (to ascend) or 'El' (God), meaning 'my Supreme One', 'my God', or 'the Elevated One'. This is a name that combines within it a personal connection to the divine along with a sense of elevation and spiritual transcendence. In biblical times, names ending with the suffix 'i' or 'ai' typically expressed personal belonging to God, and the name Ilai carries the dual meaning of supremacy and spiritual connection. In Jewish tradition, the name Ilai appears in various contexts and is associated with figures known for their wisdom and fear of Heaven. The name carries a character of deep spirituality and a search for higher meanings in life. It expresses the aspiration to rise above the material and approach the spiritual, while maintaining a personal and intimate connection with the Creator. In Jewish culture, such names were given to children with the hope that they would grow to be people of high spiritual values, possessing strong faith and a constant aspiration for spiritual growth. Today, the name Ilai is experiencing an interesting revival among parents seeking a unique and special name for their children. It combines the power of ancient tradition with a modern and pleasant sound. The name is suitable for babies of all genders, though in recent years it has become more common among boys. Parents who choose this name typically seek a name that expresses both tradition and uniqueness, a name with significant depth that also sounds contemporary and fresh. Ilai is a name that carries a rich spiritual load while maintaining simplicity and lightness in pronunciation, making it an attractive choice for many families interested in combining tradition with modernity.

The name איליי with vowels

אִילַיי

The name איליי in English

Ilai | Ilay | Eley | Elai

איליי is mainly suitable for

Boy and Girl

Is the name איליי considered international

No

Origin of the name איליי from the Bible

1 Chronicles 27:9 - And Ilai the son of Ikkesh the Tekoite

Origin of the name איליי from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the name Ilai symbolizes the personal connection between the soul and the Creator, representing the spiritual journey of ascension and elevation. The name carries the energy of higher worlds and expresses the aspiration to approach the divine light. The suffix 'ai' emphasizes the intimate and personal connection with the Creator.

Gematria value for the name איליי

61

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30

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10

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Numerology value for the name איליי

7

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30

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61

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6

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7

Famous people named איליי

Ilai Holman - Israeli actor | Ilai Ben David - street artist

Names similar to איליי

Total times the name איליי was registered

3803 times

Graph of the name איליי

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