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זכי


Meaning of the name זכי

Zaki is an ancient and unique Hebrew name that carries profound meanings of purity, merit, and righteousness. The name derives from the Hebrew root Z-K-H, which appears extensively in biblical and Talmudic language, expressing the concept of merit, spiritual cleanliness, and moral purity. In Jewish culture, the term "zakai" or "zaki" refers to a person who has been found meritorious in judgment, whose actions are good and clean, and whose character traits are praiseworthy. The name conveys a sense of spiritual lightness, of a person who does not carry the burden of sin or guilt, but walks the straight path with a pure heart. In Jewish tradition, the word "zakai" appears in both legal and spiritual contexts. In Jewish courts, when a person is found "zakai" it means they are innocent of wrongdoing and their judgment is favorable. On the spiritual plane, being zaki means living a life of righteousness and integrity, acting according to noble moral values, and behaving in a way that brings blessing to oneself and one's surroundings. The name Zaki grants its bearer a sense of moral responsibility, but also of inner freedom - the freedom that comes to one whose conscience is clear and whose actions are upright. This is a name that reminds us of the importance of maintaining purity of character and thought, and the supreme value of moral living. The name Zaki also carries the meaning of winning and success. The root Z-K-H is also connected to the word "zakah" in the sense of winning, succeeding, or earning a prize. In this context, the name expresses hope and promise for success in life, for blessing and abundance. It is suitable for parents who believe in the power of a name to influence a person's destiny, and who wish to give their child a name that will open doors of opportunity and bring good fortune. Zaki is a short and sharp name, easy to pronounce and remember, yet deep in its meaning. It combines the strength of ancient Hebrew tradition with a contemporary and youthful feeling. This is a name suitable for those seeking a combination of rootedness and modernity, between traditional values and a fresh spirit.

The name זכי with vowels

זַכַּאי

The name זכי in English

Zaki | Zakkai | Zackai

זכי is mainly suitable for

Boy and Girl

Is the name זכי considered international

No

Origin of the name זכי from the Bible

Jeremiah 21:8 - And you shall say to this people, Thus says the Lord: Behold, I set before you the way of life and the way of death

Origin of the name זכי from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the name Zaki represents the quality of purity and spiritual merit. It is connected to the sefirah of Yesod, symbolizing the righteous foundation upon which spiritual personality is built. The name carries energy of cleansing and elevation, and symbolizes the ability to purify oneself from spiritual waste and reach a state of inner purity.

Gematria value for the name זכי

37

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7

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20

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10

י

Numerology value for the name זכי

1

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7

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20

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10

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37

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3

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7

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10

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1

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0

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1

Famous people named זכי

Zakkai ben Yehuda (Talmudic figure) | Zaki Ankawe (Moroccan-Israeli singer)

Names similar to זכי

Total times the name זכי was registered

547 times

Graph of the name זכי

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