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בריינדל


Meaning of the name בריינדל

Braindel is a traditional and ancient feminine name originating from Ashkenazi Jewish culture and the Yiddish language. The name carries with it a rich history spanning hundreds of years and reflects the cultural and spiritual world of Eastern European Jewry. Originally, the name Braindel is derived from the Yiddish word "broin" meaning brown or dark, referring to dark hair or skin color. The diminutive suffix "-del" adds a note of affection and intimacy to the name, as was customary in Yiddish culture to add endearing suffixes to names. However, name scholars point to an additional possible connection to the biblical Hebrew name "Beruriah", meaning "chosen by God" or "blessed by God", which gives the name a deeper spiritual significance as well. During the golden age of Yiddish culture in Eastern Europe, between the 16th and 20th centuries, the name Braindel was extremely common among Jewish women. The name symbolized inner and outer beauty, wisdom and modesty that were so valued in traditional Jewish society. Many women who bore the name Braindel were known as women of valor, devoted mothers and wise homemakers who managed the household and even family businesses while their husbands engaged in Torah study. The name appears in classic Yiddish literature, poetry and folklore, and reflects the traditional values of the Jewish family. After the Holocaust, like many other Yiddish names, the name Braindel became rarer, but it maintains its status as a symbol of rich culture and important historical heritage. Today, the name Braindel is regaining a place among families seeking to honor their Ashkenazi heritage and preserve the cultural memory of Eastern European Jewry. Choosing this name expresses a deep connection to roots, appreciation for tradition and a desire to pass on the values of previous generations to future generations. The name carries with it a sense of warmth, authenticity and spiritual depth. In ultra-Orthodox families and Hasidic communities, the name continues to be used as an expression of loyalty to tradition and the traditional way of life. The name Braindel reminds us of the importance of historical memory, the value of cultural continuity and the beauty of preserving ancient customs and traditions that pass from generation to generation.

The name בריינדל with vowels

בְּרַיְינְדֶל

The name בריינדל in English

Braindel | Breindel | Brayndel | Brendel

Is the name בריינדל considered international

No

Origin of the name בריינדל from Kabbalah

In Jewish Kabbalah, the name Braindel is connected to the concept of blessing and spiritual abundance. The possible connection to the name Beruriah gives it a meaning of spiritual clarity and purity of thought. The name symbolizes the balance between materiality and spirituality, between external beauty and inner depth, and expresses the value of modesty and inner contemplation.

Gematria value for the name בריינדל

306

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2

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200

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10

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10

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50

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4

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30

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Numerology value for the name בריינדל

9

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2

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200

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10

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10

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50

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4

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30

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306

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3

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0

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6

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9

Famous people named בריינדל

Braindel Prodkin - social activist and educator in Eastern Europe in the 19th century | Braindel Sternberg - Yiddish writer from the 20th century

Names similar to בריינדל

Total times the name בריינדל was registered

265 times

Graph of the name בריינדל

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

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