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אליחי


Meaning of the name אליחי

Elichai is an ancient and unique Hebrew name that carries profound spiritual and emotional meaning. The name is composed of two elements: "Eli" - my God, and "Chai" - alive, living. The full meaning of the name is "My God Lives" or "My God is Alive," expressing deep faith in the living and active divine presence in the world. This is a name that carries within it a declaration of faith, prayer, and hope, connecting the individual to their Creator in an intimate and personal way. In Jewish tradition, the concept of "El Chai" (Living God) appears in numerous sources and serves as one of the honorific titles for the Almighty. It emphasizes that God is not merely an ancient creator, but a living and active force in the present, interested in and influencing human life at every moment. The name Elichai expresses the central Jewish understanding that God is not an abstract idea or distant power, but a living and life-giving presence, the source of all life and vitality. By choosing this name, parents give their child a strong spiritual identity, reminding them and those around them of the inseparable connection between humanity and the Divine. The name Elichai also carries connotations of hope and vitality. The word "Chai" in Hebrew symbolizes not only physical existence, but also spiritual liveliness, energy, dynamism, and renewal. A person bearing this name is perceived as someone connected to the source of life, drawing strength from their faith and connected to eternal values. In Jewish culture, life is considered the supreme value, and therefore the name Elichai conveys a message of sanctifying life, loving life, and appreciating every moment of existence. This is a name particularly suitable for families seeking to emphasize the spiritual and faith dimension in their lives, while maintaining connection to the ancient and rich tradition of the Jewish people.

The name אליחי with vowels

אֱלִיחַי

The name אליחי in English

Elichai | Elihai | Elichay | Elihay

אליחי is mainly suitable for

Boy

Is the name אליחי considered international

No

Origin of the name אליחי from the Bible

Genesis 15:2-5 - And Abram said, Behold, to me thou hast given no seed: and, lo, one born in my house is mine heir... And he brought him forth abroad, and said, Look now toward heaven, and tell the stars, if thou be able to number them: and he said unto him, So shall thy seed be

Origin of the name אליחי from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the name Elichai symbolizes the direct connection between the human soul and the living divine root. The word 'Chai' has a gematria value of 18, a number representing life and blessing. The name expresses the Kabbalistic principle that divinity is not static but dynamic, flowing and giving life to all creation. The bearer of this name is considered connected to the Sefirah of Chesed and life, receiving spiritual influence of vitality and faith.

Gematria value for the name אליחי

59

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30

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10

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8

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Numerology value for the name אליחי

5

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30

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10

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59

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9

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14

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4

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5

Famous people named אליחי

Elichai Horowitz - Israeli musician and composer | Elichai Cohen - Attorney and social activist

Names similar to אליחי

Total times the name אליחי was registered

262 times

Graph of the name אליחי

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