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אילנית


Meaning of the name אילנית

Ilanit is a charming Hebrew feminine name that expresses a deep connection to nature and trees. The name derives from the Hebrew word 'ilan', meaning tree, and represents the modern feminine form of this name. The name conveys a sense of connection to roots, stability, and continuous growth, much like a strong and magnificent tree firmly planted in the ground. In modern Israeli culture, the name Ilanit became particularly popular during the 20th century, as part of the movement of returning to nature and connecting with the Land of Israel. The name reflects Zionist values of renewal, growth, and establishment in the land. Trees have always been an important symbol in Jewish culture - representing life, fertility, and wisdom. Specifically, the tree appears as a central metaphor in the Torah, such as the 'Tree of Life' which symbolizes the Torah itself. Beyond its botanical meaning, Ilanit is also the name of a small and unique amphibian - the Israeli fire salamander, a delicate and colorful creature living in moist and forested environments in Israel. This connection adds another dimension to the name of connection to local fauna and flora, giving it a particularly authentic Israeli character. The name conveys delicate femininity alongside strength and resilience, just like a tree that sways in the wind but remains firm and rooted. Today, the name Ilanit carries with it a sense of naturalness, simplicity, and beauty. It is particularly suitable for families who value nature, Israeli heritage, and connection to the land. The name carries a message of personal growth, development, and continuous renewal - values that resonate with many parents seeking to give their daughter a name with deep and connecting meaning.

The name אילנית with vowels

אִילָנִית

The name אילנית in English

Ilanit | Ilanith

אילנית is mainly suitable for

Girl

Is the name אילנית considered international

No

Origin of the name אילנית from the Bible

Deuteronomy 20:19 - For man is a tree of the field

Origin of the name אילנית from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the tree symbolizes the Tree of Life - a spiritual structure describing how divine light spreads in the world. The name Ilanit connects to the energy of spiritual growth, development, and establishment. It represents the need for balance between deep roots and aspiration to height, between the earthly and the spiritual.

Gematria value for the name אילנית

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Numerology value for the name אילנית

6

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Famous people named אילנית

Ilanit Levy - Israeli television journalist and reporter | Ilanit Ben-Yaakov - Former Mayor of Eilat | Ilanit Avital - Israeli actress | Ilanit Adler - Singer and composer

Names similar to אילנית

Total times the name אילנית was registered

4696 times

Graph of the name אילנית

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