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דין


Meaning of the name דין

The name Din is an ancient and profound Hebrew name that reflects one of the most central values in Jewish culture - justice and judgment. The root of the name comes from the Hebrew word "din" meaning judgment, justice, discussion, and decision. This is a short and strong name with a decisive and sharp sound, indicating a personality with a clear stance and a desire for truth and justice. The name has appeared in Jewish culture since ancient times and carries with it a rich cultural and spiritual legacy spanning generations. In Jewish tradition, the concept of "din" appears in many diverse contexts. "Din Torah" refers to a legal proceeding according to Jewish law, "din v'dvarim" means discussion and negotiation, and "middat hadin" (the attribute of justice) is one of the two central attributes through which God governs the world - opposite "middat harachamim" (the attribute of mercy). The name Din thus expresses not only the technical legal concept but also a deep value of seeking truth, aspiring to social justice, and the ability to discern between good and evil. A bearer of this name is perceived as a person of sound judgment, critical thinker, and possessing the ability to distinguish between matters and reach reasoned conclusions. In the modern era, the name Din has gained renewed popularity, especially among families seeking a short, strong, and meaningful name. The name carries an international character and is easily pronounced in various languages, particularly in English as Dean. It conveys a sense of maturity, responsibility, and integrity - desirable qualities in any culture. In contemporary Israel, the name Din is perceived as an original and special name that, on one hand, preserves its deep Hebrew roots, and on the other hand, integrates well into the global world. Parents choosing this name express a desire to give their child a strong and independent identity, values of justice and truth, and the ability to stand firm in their convictions and have a clear position in the world.

The name דין with vowels

דִּין

The name דין in English

Dean | Deen | Dyn

דין is mainly suitable for

Boy

Is the name דין considered international

Yes

Origin of the name דין from the Bible

Deuteronomy 10:17-18 - For the LORD your God is God of gods and Lord of lords, the great God, mighty and awesome, who shows no partiality and accepts no bribes. He defends the cause of the fatherless and the widow

Origin of the name דין from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the name Din represents the divine attribute of judgment - the power of limitation, boundaries, and absolute justice. The name is connected to the Sefirah of Gevurah in the Tree of Life, expressing the need for balance between chesed (kindness) and din (judgment). The bearer of this name carries an energy of mental clarity, sharp discernment, and a desire to reveal truth in every situation. The gematria value of the name (64) hints at completeness and ordered structure, reflecting the need for order and justice in the world.

Gematria value for the name דין

64

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4

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10

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50

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Numerology value for the name דין

1

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4

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10

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50

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64

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6

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4

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10

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1

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0

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1

Famous people named דין

Dean Martin - legendary American singer and actor | Din Din Aviv - Israeli musician and composer | Dean Stern - Israeli content creator | James Dean - iconic American actor | Dean Koontz - successful American author

Names similar to דין

Total times the name דין was registered

2798 times

Graph of the name דין

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