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הינדי


Meaning of the name הינדי

Hindi is an ancient and exceptionally rare Hebrew name belonging to the family of names based on family relationship terms. The name derives from the Hebrew word 'הִנֵּה' (hineh) meaning 'behold, look' or 'here it is', combined with the affectionate diminutive suffix 'di'. The literal meaning of the name is 'here is my little one' or 'behold, this is mine', expressing the parents' joy at the birth of their child and their deep sense of ownership and affection toward them. The name radiates warmth, intimacy, and a special feeling of family closeness. During the biblical period and Talmudic times, names beginning with the expression 'hineh' (behold) were relatively common and expressed gratitude and appreciation for the child who was born. Hindi is one of the rarest names from this family, carrying a particularly affectionate character thanks to the 'di' suffix that adds a dimension of smallness and endearment. In traditional Jewish culture, naming a child was a moment of celebration and expression of hope for their future, and the name Hindi perfectly captures this feeling - the pure joy at the child's appearance in the world. The name also carries a meaning of revelation and recognition, as if the parents are saying 'here at last has come to us this treasure'. As a unique family name, Hindi was preserved mainly among certain Sephardic and Mizrahi families, but its use as a given name was always extremely rare. In recent decades, with the renewed interest in ancient and original Hebrew names, there has been fresh interest in names like Hindi that combine ancient tradition with a special and unique sound. The name is particularly suitable for parents seeking a rare name that carries deep meaning of love and appreciation, and that expresses the special emotional connection between parents and their child. Hindi is a name that can suit both boys and girls, although historically it was more common as a boy's name.

The name הינדי with vowels

הִינְדִּי

The name הינדי in English

Hindi | Hindie | Hinde

הינדי is mainly suitable for

Boy and Girl

Is the name הינדי considered international

Yes

Origin of the name הינדי from the Bible

Exodus 23:20 - Behold, I send an angel before thee

Origin of the name הינדי from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the word 'hineh' (behold) symbolizes revelation and spiritual awakening. The name Hindi carries the energy of discovery and recognition, reminiscent of the moment of divine revelation. The suffix 'di' adds a dimension of small and intimate holiness, expressing the personal connection between the soul and its Creator.

Gematria value for the name הינדי

79

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5

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10

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50

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4

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10

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Numerology value for the name הינדי

7

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5

ה

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10

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50

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4

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10

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79

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7

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9

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16

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1

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6

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7

Names similar to הינדי

Total times the name הינדי was registered

65 times

Graph of the name הינדי

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

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