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ג'וי


Meaning of the name ג'וי

Joy is a name with a distinctly international character, originating from the English word meaning happiness, delight, and pleasure. The name reflects the modern trend among Israeli parents to choose names that are understandable and easily pronounced beyond Israel's borders, while maintaining a positive and uplifting meaning. In recent years, the name Joy has gained increasing popularity, particularly among families seeking a short, sweet, and memorable name that carries a message of optimism and joie de vivre. The use of the name Joy in Israel reflects a broader cultural process of incorporating foreign names into the Hebrew name pool. Unlike traditional biblical names, Joy does not carry historical or religious weight, but rather represents a contemporary and open-minded approach to the world. Parents who choose this name typically express values of freedom, cultural openness, and a desire for their children to move freely between different cultures. The name is associated with positive energy, natural cheerfulness, and the ability to see the good in life - qualities that parents hope to instill in their children. Linguistically, Joy belongs to the family of Anglo-Saxon names derived from words describing character traits or emotions. While traditional Hebrew names typically derive from three-letter roots and carry complex meanings related to the Bible or Jewish tradition, Joy represents direct simplicity - its meaning is exactly what the name expresses. Its ease of pronunciation in various languages makes it a preferred choice in multilingual families or families planning to live abroad. The name carries an atmosphere of lightness and positivity, giving its bearers a sense of connection to modern global culture.

The name ג'וי with vowels

ג'וֹי

The name ג'וי in English

Joy | Joie

ג'וי is mainly suitable for

Boy and Girl

Is the name ג'וי considered international

Yes

Origin of the name ג'וי from Kabbalah

From a Kabbalistic perspective, the name Joy represents the spiritual power of inner happiness and connection to divine light. Joy is one of the important virtues in Kabbalah, considered a powerful spiritual tool capable of breaking through barriers and bringing blessing. The name expresses the desire to rise above earthly concerns and connect to the source of true joy.

Gematria value for the name ג'וי

19

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3

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6

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10

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Numerology value for the name ג'וי

1

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3

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6

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10

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19

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1

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9

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10

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1

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1

Famous people named ג'וי

Joey Lauren - American actress | Joy Behar - American television host | Joey King - American actress and singer | Joy Davison - British artist and sculptor

Names similar to ג'וי

Total times the name ג'וי was registered

206 times

Graph of the name ג'וי

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

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