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גיל עד


Meaning of the name גיל עד

Gil Ad is a uniquely composed Hebrew name that combines two ancient Hebrew elements with profound meaning. The first component, 'Gil', expresses joy, gladness, and exultation, derived from the root G-Y-L that appears frequently in biblical texts in contexts of celebration and happiness. The second component, 'Ad', carries multiple meanings: testimony, eternity, continuous existence, and even adornment or decoration. This special combination creates a name with both philosophical and emotional depth, expressing the concept of eternal joy or testimony to gladness. In the biblical context, the word 'Gil' appears in Psalms and prophecies, describing the people's joy before God or great excitement during times of salvation. For example, Psalm 47:2 states 'Clap your hands, all you nations; shout to God with cries of joy.' The word 'Ad' appears in various meanings: as testimony (like the stones of testimony in the Tabernacle), as eternity ('forever and ever'), and as adornment (as in golden ornaments). The combination of these two elements creates a multifaceted meaning: eternal joy, testimony to gladness, or even 'ornament of joy'. This is a name that reflects an optimistic worldview and a deep value of preserving joy over time. As a compound name, Gil Ad reflects the modern Hebrew tradition of creating new names that combine ancient elements. Such names began appearing primarily in the twentieth century, as part of the Hebrew language revival process and the search for an authentic Israeli identity. The name is particularly suitable for parents seeking a unique name that combines tradition and modernity, meaningful depth and a pleasant musical sound. It expresses hope for a life filled with joy and happiness, while preserving memory and testimony to happy moments. The name also carries an important educational message: to remember and preserve moments of joy, to be witnesses to the good in life, and to live in the present with an understanding that joy is an eternal value worthy of cultivation and preservation.

The name גיל עד with vowels

גִּיל עַד

The name גיל עד in English

Gil Ad | Gilad | Gil-Ad

גיל עד is mainly suitable for

Boy and Girl

Is the name גיל עד considered international

No

Origin of the name גיל עד from the Bible

Isaiah 66:10 - Rejoice with her and be glad, all you who love her

Origin of the name גיל עד from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, joy ('Gil') is considered one of the supreme emotions that bring a person closer to divinity. The component 'Ad' symbolizes eternity and the continuous existence of the divine spark in the soul. The combination represents the aspiration for eternal spiritual joy and the ability to witness the divine light in the world.

Gematria value for the name גיל עד

117

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3

ג

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10

י

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30

ל

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70

ע

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4

ד

Numerology value for the name גיל עד

9

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3

ג

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10

י

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30

ל

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70

ע

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4

ד

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117

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1

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1

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7

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9

Famous people named גיל עד

Gilad Shalit (Israeli soldier) | Gilad Erdan (Israeli politician)

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