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אלאור


Meaning of the name אלאור

The name Elior (אלאור) is a beautiful modern Hebrew name that combines two fundamental elements - "El" (God) and "Or" (light). This combination creates a profound and multifaceted meaning: "God is my light," "Light of God," or "God of light." The name reflects the special connection between the divine and light as a symbol of purity, wisdom, life, and revelation. In Jewish tradition, light holds a central place from the very beginning of creation. "And God said, Let there be light, and there was light" - this is the first act in the creation of the world, symbolizing the beginning of existence, the triumph of order over chaos, and the manifestation of divinity in the world. Light in the Bible is not merely a physical phenomenon but a symbol of wisdom, righteousness, truth, and divine presence. The prophets used light as an image for redemption and salvation, as did the wisdom literature and Psalms. The name Elior has become particularly popular in recent decades in Israel, as part of the trend of creating compound names that combine God's name with positive concepts. It conveys a sense of contemporary spirituality, bridging ancient tradition with modern sensitivity. The name is suitable for both boys and girls, reflecting an aspiration to illuminate the world, to be a source of positivity and hope, and to carry within the divine light. In Kabbalah and Jewish mysticism, light carries special significance as an expression of the light of the Infinite, the divine radiance revealed in the world. The name Elior expresses the idea that every soul carries within it a divine spark, an inner light whose purpose is to illuminate the darkness and bring goodness to the world. It is a name of hope, of faith in the power of light to overcome darkness, and of commitment to carry this light forward.

The name אלאור with vowels

אֵלִיאוֹר

The name אלאור in English

Elior | Eli-Or | Eliور

אלאור is mainly suitable for

Boy and Girl

Is the name אלאור considered international

No

Origin of the name אלאור from the Bible

Genesis 1:3 - And God said, Let there be light: and there was light

Origin of the name אלאור from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, light symbolizes the divine radiance and the infinite light spreading throughout the world. The name Elior expresses the idea that every soul carries a divine spark, an inner light whose purpose is to illuminate darkness. It is a name of spiritual revelation and connection to the supreme light.

Gematria value for the name אלאור

238

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1

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30

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1

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6

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200

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Numerology value for the name אלאור

4

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30

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1

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6

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200

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238

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3

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8

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13

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1

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3

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4

Famous people named אלאור

Elior Azaria - Israeli footballer | Elior Levy - Israeli journalist and presenter | Elior Moshkovitz - Israeli actor

Total times the name אלאור was registered

469 times

Graph of the name אלאור

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

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