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חביב


Meaning of the name חביב

Chaviv is an ancient and touching Hebrew name that carries within it a profound meaning of affection, love, and endearment. The root of the name is Ch-B-B, which appears throughout the Bible and classical Hebrew literature, expressing the feeling of fondness, love, and emotional closeness between people. The name Chaviv describes a beloved person, pleasant in demeanor, possessing a warm and inviting personality, who attracts hearts and naturally evokes affection in everyone he meets. In Jewish tradition, the concept of "chaviv" appears in many contexts - "chaviv adam shenivra betzelem" (beloved is man who was created in the divine image), "Yisrael chavivin" (Israel is beloved) - emphasizing the value of affection and love as central foundations in relationships between people and between humans and the Creator. In traditional Jewish culture, the name Chaviv carries a special significance of human warmth and caring. It expresses the most pleasant qualities a person can possess - the ability to create deep connections, to be present for others, and to spread an atmosphere of love and acceptance around him. The name was particularly common among Sephardic Jews and Middle Eastern communities, where it is considered a traditional and noble name indicating desirable character traits. In rabbinic literature, the word "chaviv" appears many times as a descriptor for precious and beloved things - "chaviv alav kivno" (as dear to him as his son) or "chaviva alav mitzvah zo" (this commandment is dear to him). The name conveys a clear educational message to parents who bestow it upon their son - they wish for him to grow up to be a beloved person, pleasant and good-hearted, who knows how to create meaningful relationships and be surrounded by love and affection. In the modern era, the name Chaviv maintains its special charm and profound meaning. Although it is not among the most popular names today, it carries with it values of traditionalism, warmth, and authenticity. Parents who choose this name express a desire to preserve traditional values of affection, closeness, and humanity in a world that sometimes seems cold and alienating. The name is particularly suitable for families seeking a name with deep emotional significance, a name that constantly reminds of the importance of good relationships, of being a pleasant and beloved person. Chaviv is a name that grants its bearer a clear and meaningful identity - the identity of a person who lives the values of affection and love, and who positively influences everyone around him.

The name חביב with vowels

חָבִיב

The name חביב in English

Chaviv | Habib | Haviv

חביב is mainly suitable for

Boy

Is the name חביב considered international

No

Origin of the name חביב from the Bible

Isaiah 41:8 - But you, Israel, my servant, Jacob, whom I have chosen, the offspring of Abraham, my friend

Origin of the name חביב from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the name Chaviv represents the attribute of kindness and unconditional love. The name is connected to the Sefirah of Chesed (lovingkindness) and expresses the flow of divine love into the world. The bearer of this name carries the energy of connection, acceptance, and love for all creatures.

Gematria value for the name חביב

22

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10

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Numerology value for the name חביב

4

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10

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22

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4

Famous people named חביב

Chaviv Shimouni - Rabbi and Member of Knesset | Rabbi Chaviv David Setho - Rabbi and Halachic Authority | Chaviv Kahalon - Rabbi and Educator | Chaviv Maimon - Businessman and Philanthropist

Names similar to חביב

Total times the name חביב was registered

1442 times

Graph of the name חביב

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