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אילת


Meaning of the name אילת

Eilat is an ancient and unique Hebrew name that combines biblical history, Israeli geography, and deep symbolism. The name appears in the Bible as a significant port city in the south, and today it is identified with the famous resort and tourism city at the southern tip of the State of Israel. The literal meaning of the name is connected to the doe (ayala) - the graceful and swift wild animal that symbolizes charm, beauty, and freedom. The name carries the scent of the desert, the radiance of the southern sun, and the enchantment of the Red Sea. In biblical sources, Eilat is mentioned as one of the important stations during the Israelites' wanderings in the desert after the Exodus from Egypt. The city served as a meeting point between ancient trade routes, and its strategic location between Egypt, Jordan, and the Land of Israel gave it great importance. During the biblical period, Eilat and Eloth (different names for the same place) were maritime trade centers, from which ships departed on distant commercial voyages. The name reflects the deep connection between the people of Israel and their land, particularly to the Negev and Arava regions that have always been an integral part of the national heritage. As a personal name for girls, Eilat conveys a sense of independence, strength, and natural beauty. It reflects a dynamic personality, freedom-loving and adventure-seeking. The name is particularly suitable for parents seeking an authentic Israeli name with deep roots in culture and history, yet with a modern and youthful touch. Eilat is a name that connects the glorious past with the vibrant present, symbolizing the inseparable bond between a person and their land. It suits a girl who will grow to be a woman of strong character, independent in thought, and connected to her roots and cultural heritage.

The name אילת with vowels

אֵילַת

The name אילת in English

Eilat | Elat | Aylat

אילת is mainly suitable for

Girl

Is the name אילת considered international

No

Origin of the name אילת from the Bible

Numbers 33:36 - And they journeyed from Ezion-geber, and pitched in the wilderness of Zin, which is Kadesh

Origin of the name אילת from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the name Eilat symbolizes the connection between the soul and the Holy Land, and the deep roots of a person in place. The doe in Kabbalah represents the attribute of kindness and grace, and inner spiritual beauty. The name carries the energy of the southern land - a place of desert and sea, where the sun is strong and nature is full of contrasts. It expresses the power to face challenges while maintaining delicacy and inner beauty.

Gematria value for the name אילת

441

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Numerology value for the name אילת

9

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Famous people named אילת

Eilat Mazar - Israeli archaeologist | Eilat Zevulon - Israeli journalist and TV presenter

Names similar to אילת

Total times the name אילת was registered

4103 times

Graph of the name אילת

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

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