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זינה


Meaning of the name זינה

Zina is a rare and unique feminine name with deep roots in Hebrew and Aramaic culture. The name carries the meaning of nourishment, sustenance, and provision, connected to the Hebrew root Z-V-N from which words like "mazon" (food) and "zan" (to feed) are derived. In a broader sense, the name symbolizes care, nurturing, and providing for basic human needs. This is a particularly profound and moving meaning in the context of the maternal role, representing the one who nourishes and sustains her loved ones. During the Talmudic and Midrashic periods, the name Zina was recognized and carried connotations of abundance and blessing. It appears in various contexts throughout rabbinic literature, sometimes as an independent name and sometimes as part of expressions related to sustenance and blessing. The name also carries spiritual significance - spiritual nourishment, education, and the transmission of values. Just as a mother nourishes her child's body, she also nourishes the soul and spirit. The name Zina gives its bearer a sense of deep connection to tradition, roots, and the values of care and responsibility. In the modern era, the name Zina is considered rare and special, carrying the charm of antiquity and authenticity. Parents who choose this name give their daughter a name with profound meaning that bridges past and future. The name is particularly suitable for families wishing to preserve ancient tradition while giving their daughter a unique name that is not common. Zina is a short, strong, and easy-to-pronounce name, yet it carries great depth and multifaceted meaning. It suits a girl who will grow to be a caring, nurturing woman with a generous heart, who knows how to nourish her surroundings with love and compassion.

The name זינה with vowels

זִינָה

The name זינה in English

Zina | Zeena | Zena

זינה is mainly suitable for

Girl

Is the name זינה considered international

Yes

Origin of the name זינה from the Bible

Psalms 81:17 - And He fed them with the finest of wheat

Origin of the name זינה from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the name Zina represents the Sefirah of Chesed (loving-kindness) and divine influence. It is connected to the divine principle of giving and abundance that nourishes all creation. The name carries the energy of the supernal mother, who nourishes both spiritual and physical worlds.

Gematria value for the name זינה

72

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7

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10

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50

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5

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Numerology value for the name זינה

9

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7

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10

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50

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5

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72

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7

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2

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9

Famous people named זינה

Zina Amir | Zina Goldrich (composer)

Names similar to זינה

Total times the name זינה was registered

2908 times

Graph of the name זינה

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