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Irit is an original and beautiful Hebrew floral name that carries multiple rich meanings. The name primarily refers to the iris flower, a noble and impressive bloom that flowers in spring with deep purple-blue hues, and is considered one of the most beautiful and special flowers in the Land of Israel. The iris is a perennial plant from the Iridaceae family, and its flowers are distinguished by their complex structure and deep colors. In Hebrew, the name Irit also describes an aromatic spice plant with a sharp onion-like taste, also called "chatzir" or "irus." The name reflects the deep connection of the Jewish people to the Land of Israel, to nature, and to local flora. In the cultural and linguistic dimension, Irit also carries an additional meaning connecting it to the Irish people and ancient Celtic culture. The linguistic similarity between "Irit" and "Irish" creates an interesting bridge between two ancient cultures. However, in the Hebrew and Israeli context, the name is primarily received as a natural, local floral name. The name Irit spread in Israel especially in the 1940s and 1950s, as part of the Zionist trend to adopt new Hebrew names connected to nature and the landscape of the land. It reflects the desire of the first generation of parents to renew the Hebrew language and give their children names expressing belonging to the land and nature. Women bearing the name Irit are typically characterized by gentleness, inner beauty, and hidden strength. Like the flower itself, which grows in harsh conditions and blooms in stunning beauty, women named Irit tend to have resilient and persistent characters. The name conveys a sense of delicacy and femininity on one hand, and strength and endurance on the other. The iris as a flower also symbolizes renewal and return to life, as it blooms in spring after a cold winter, representing the cycle of life and nature's renewal. In modern Hebrew culture, the name Irit is perceived as a classic and timeless name that combines beauty, delicacy, and connection to roots.

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Irit | Iris | Irith

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In Kabbalah, the name Irit symbolizes the connection between the earthly and the spiritual, between the deep root in the soil and the beautiful flower blooming upward. The flower represents the soul ascending from matter to spirit, and the inner beauty revealed through struggle and growth. The iris expresses the principle of renewal and return to life, reminding us that after every cold winter comes a spring full of blossoming and hope.

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Irit Linor - Israeli journalist and TV reporter | Irit Rachamim - Israeli actress | Irit Rosenblum - Israeli journalist and social activist | Irit Isaacson - Israeli sculptor and artist | Irit Dolev - Israeli writer and journalist

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