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Anatoli is a masculine given name of Greek-Russian origin, meaning "eastern" or "from the east." The name derives from the Greek word 'Anatolē' (Ἀνατολή) which means "east" or "sunrise," and also refers to the region of Anatolia (modern-day Turkey). The name spread primarily among Russian and Ukrainian Jews during the 19th and 20th centuries, becoming a common name among Soviet Jewish communities. In Jewish-Russian culture, the name Anatoli is considered intellectual and dignified, borne by many poets, writers, and intellectuals. The name Anatoli arrived in Israel mainly with the major immigration waves from the former Soviet Union, beginning in the 1970s and especially in the 1990s. Many bearers of the name retained it even after immigrating to Israel, and it has become an integral part of the Israeli cultural mosaic. The name conveys a sense of connection to the rich Russian-Jewish culture and represents a bridge between East and West, between Jewish tradition and European culture. There is something nostalgic and moving about it, reminiscent of the long journey of Russian Jewry and the aspiration to return to the East - to the Land of Israel. Bearers of the name Anatoli are often perceived as people with spiritual depth, high intelligence, and a sense of social responsibility. The name carries with it a tradition of higher education and culture, and is associated with historical figures of scientists, writers, and artists. In Israeli society, the name is identified with the great immigration from the Soviet Union, symbolizing the tremendous contribution this immigration brought to Israeli culture, science, and society. Today, the name Anatoli is considered unique and special, combining a rich cultural heritage with contemporary Israeli identity.

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In Kabbalah, the east symbolizes the direction of beginning, the point of sunrise, and the first light. The name Anatoli, meaning "eastern," carries within it the significance of renewal, new beginnings, and spiritual illumination. The east is the direction of wisdom and knowledge, and the name is connected to energies of seeking truth and inner light.

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Anatoly Sharansky - Israeli human rights activist, politician, and former minister | Anatoly Karpov - former World Chess Champion | Anatoly Rybakov - famous Soviet-Jewish writer | Anatoly Levenchuk - Israeli film director | Anatoly Lukianchuk - Israeli scientist and professor

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