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טויבא


Meaning of the name טויבא

Toiba is an ancient and unique feminine name with its origins in the Yiddish language and Ashkenazi Jewish culture. The name derives from the Yiddish word "tov" (good), meaning "good," "pleasant," or "nice." This was a highly popular name in Jewish communities throughout Eastern Europe for hundreds of years, reflecting the hope and blessing that parents gave their daughters - that they would be good-hearted, pleasant in their ways, and possess fine character traits. In Ashkenazi Jewish culture, the name Toiba carries deep significance of positivity and optimism. It expresses the belief that the name a person bears influences their character and destiny in life. Parents who named their daughter Toiba sought to instill in her the positive qualities that the name represents - kindness, generosity of spirit, and a pleasant disposition. The name was particularly beloved among Hasidic and traditional families, appearing frequently in historical documents and genealogical records of Jewish communities. In modern times, the name Toiba is considered especially rare and traditional, preserving the connection to the deep cultural roots of the Jewish people. While less common among younger generations, there is a certain revival in the use of traditional Yiddish names among families who maintain their cultural heritage. The name Toiba carries within it the memory of generations, of rich community life, and of eternal Jewish values of kindness and charity. It reminds us of the importance of preserving tradition and the Yiddish language, which was the mother tongue of millions of Jews and served as a tool for maintaining Jewish identity for many generations.

The name טויבא with vowels

טוֹיבָא

The name טויבא in English

Toiba | Toibe | Toyba | Taube

Is the name טויבא considered international

No

Origin of the name טויבא from the Bible

Psalms 25:8 - Good and upright is the Lord; therefore He instructs sinners in the way

Origin of the name טויבא from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the word "tov" (good) represents the divine power of kindness and giving. The name Toiba carries the energy of the Sefirah of Chesed (Loving-kindness), expressing unconditional love and the desire to give. It symbolizes divine blessing that manifests in the world through acts of goodness and charity.

Gematria value for the name טויבא

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Numerology value for the name טויבא

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Famous people named טויבא

Toiba Klausner (19th century Yiddish writer) | Toiba Berman (historical community activist)

Names similar to טויבא

Total times the name טויבא was registered

607 times

Graph of the name טויבא

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