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חופית


Meaning of the name חופית

Chofit is a unique and delicate Hebrew feminine name that carries the scent of the sea and the charm of the Israeli coastline. The name derives from the Hebrew word 'chof' (shore/beach) with the feminine suffix 'it', describing the profound connection between people and the sea, beaches, and coastal nature. In modern Hebrew, Chofit is also the name of a beautiful migratory seabird belonging to the Ibis family, which inhabits Israel's coastal areas and wetlands. This bird is characterized by its long, curved bill, extensive migrations, and close relationship with the coastal environment. The name reflects the Jewish people's natural connection to the Land of Israel and its shores, expressing yearning for freedom, open spaces, and the blue landscapes of the Mediterranean Sea. The name Chofit became popular primarily in the twentieth century, as part of the Hebrew name revival movement in the Land of Israel, when families sought original Hebrew names connected to nature and the Israeli landscape. The name expresses the pioneering spirit and the desire to connect with the land in an authentic and profound way. Chofit carries within it meanings of lightness, freedom, and natural beauty. The bird itself, from which the name derives, symbolizes the ability to move between worlds - between land and water, between sky and earth. This serves as a metaphor for flexibility, adaptability, and connection between different realms. Families choosing this name often wish to give their daughter a sense of lightness, optimism, and connection to nature. Culturally, the name Chofit reflects the uniqueness of life in Israel - a maritime country where the beach forms an integral part of national and personal identity. The sea and shore are meeting places, spaces of freedom and renewal, and the name Chofit carries all these meanings. In the modern era, the name is perceived as particularly delicate and feminine, suitable for girls with gentle, sensitive characters who are attentive to their environment. The name is relatively rare, which grants it uniqueness and distinction, and it is especially suitable for families seeking an original Hebrew name that is not overly common yet carries deep meaning and connection to the land and nature.

The name חופית with vowels

חוֹפִית

The name חופית in English

Chofit | Hofit | Chofeeth

חופית is mainly suitable for

Girl

Is the name חופית considered international

No

Origin of the name חופית from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the name Chofit expresses the connection between different elements of creation - water and air, earth and sky. The coastal bird, migrating between worlds, symbolizes the soul seeking its path between the spiritual and material realms. The name carries energy of inner freedom, the ability to adapt and transform, and a deep connection to nature and the sources of life. It encourages love for open spaces, spiritual initiative, and aspiration for elevated soul flight.

Gematria value for the name חופית

504

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8

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6

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80

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10

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400

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Numerology value for the name חופית

9

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8

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6

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80

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10

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400

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504

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5

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0

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4

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9

Famous people named חופית

Chofit Golan - Israeli artist | Chofit Cohen - educator and social activist

Names similar to חופית

Total times the name חופית was registered

1287 times

Graph of the name חופית

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

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