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Chilik is a traditional and intimate Jewish affectionate name, serving as a diminutive form of Chaim (life) or other names derived from the root Ch-Y-H (to live). The name is particularly common among Eastern European Jews and in Haredi communities, carrying with it familial warmth and a special sense of closeness. Despite being a nickname, Chilik has established itself as an independent name in many families, becoming an official name that carries all the positive meanings of life and vitality. The root of the name Chilik comes from the Hebrew word 'Chaim' (life), which is one of the most central and meaningful words in Jewish culture. The word 'Chaim' appears numerous times in the Bible and in rabbinical literature, symbolizing not only physical existence but also spiritual vitality, joy, and blessing. In Jewish culture, life is perceived as a precious divine gift, and therefore names related to life are considered especially blessed. The affectionate form 'Chilik' adds a dimension of intimacy and love, transforming the name into an expression of hope that the child will live a long, healthy, and happy life. In traditional Jewish communities, the name Chilik also carries deep spiritual significance. It expresses the belief in eternal life and the continuity of generations. When parents name their child Chilik, they express their hope that the child will be a strong link in the chain of generations, continuing the family and Jewish tradition, and living a life full of spiritual meaning. The name is especially common among Hasidic families and Lithuanian Jewish families, where it carries connotations of warmth, simplicity, and authenticity. Chilik is a name that evokes the world of the Jewish shtetl, the close-knit and warm communities where everyone knew their neighbor, and where affectionate names were an integral part of daily life.

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Chilik | Hylik | Chaylik

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Genesis 21:3 - And Abraham called the name of his son that was born unto him, whom Sarah bore to him, Isaac

In Kabbalah, the name Chilik is connected to the Sefirah of Chesed (loving-kindness) and to the Tree of Life. The name expresses the flow of divine light that animates all creation, and the spiritual force that sustains the world. Chilik symbolizes the divine blessing manifested in life itself, and the connection between the physical and spiritual worlds.

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Chilik Frank - Israeli lawyer and public figure | Chilik Topol - family member of actor Chaim Topol | Chilik Greenberg - rabbi and educator in Haredi community

חיים | ויטל | חיותה