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חביבה


Meaning of the name חביבה

Chaviva is a charming and ancient Hebrew feminine name that carries a profound meaning of affection, love, and pleasantness. The name derives from the Hebrew root CH.B.B, which expresses feelings of affection, love, and devotion. In its simple meaning, Chaviva translates to "the beloved one," "the cherished one," or "the pleasant one," reflecting character traits of warmth, generosity of heart, and the ability to create deep human connections. The name was particularly common among Jews from Islamic lands, especially in the Jewish communities of Iraq, Yemen, and Persia, where it was considered a traditional and honorable name indicating noble character traits. In Jewish history, the name Chaviva appears in Talmudic and Midrashic literature as an expression of affection and love. The sages used the root CH.B.B to describe relationships between people, between parents and their children, and between humans and God. The name reflects the central value of loving others and the importance that Judaism places on warm and caring human relationships. In traditional Jewish culture, giving this name to a daughter expressed the parents' hopes that their daughter would grow to be beloved by all, possessing a good heart and the ability to spread love and joy around her. The name also reflects the values of modesty, kindness, and generosity, which were considered especially important traits for women in Jewish tradition. In the modern era, the name Chaviva has maintained its special charm and connection to ancient Jewish tradition. While it is now considered a traditional name and less common among the younger generation, it is highly valued by families who observe tradition and those who wish to preserve their cultural heritage. The name carries with it a scent of nostalgia and a sense of connection to roots, evoking times of warm community life and close family bonds. Many women bearing this name report feeling proud of its uniqueness and deep meaning. Chaviva is a name that reminds us of the importance of affection, love, and quality human relationships in a world that sometimes seems cold and alienated.

The name חביבה with vowels

חֲבִיבָה

The name חביבה in English

Chaviva | Habiba | Haviva

חביבה is mainly suitable for

Girl

Is the name חביבה considered international

No

Origin of the name חביבה from the Bible

Jeremiah 31:19 (the concept of 'beloved' in biblical context) - Beloved is my son Manasseh

Origin of the name חביבה from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the name Chaviva represents the attribute of Chesed (loving-kindness) and divine love. The root CH.B.B is connected to the Sefirah of Chesed, which expresses boundless giving and pure love. The bearer of this name is considered capable of radiating divine light of love and connecting souls together.

Gematria value for the name חביבה

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Numerology value for the name חביבה

9

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Famous people named חביבה

Chaviva Reik - Israeli pioneer actress and one of the founders of Hebrew theater | Chaviva Pedia - Israeli artist and sculptor | Chaviva Alon - social and community activist

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Total times the name חביבה was registered

948 times

Graph of the name חביבה

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