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טליה


Meaning of the name טליה

Talya is an ancient and moving Hebrew feminine name that carries multiple meanings and special spiritual depth. The name is composed of two elements: "Tal" - symbolizing the delicate water droplets that descend during the night and early morning hours, and "Yah" - one of the names of God in Hebrew. This combination creates an uplifting meaning: "dew of God" or "divine dew", expressing the divine blessing descending from heaven like dew that nourishes the earth. In Jewish tradition, dew holds a central and special place. Unlike rain which can be stormy and violent, dew falls quietly, gently, and consistently. It symbolizes continuous divine grace, the quiet and persistent blessing that never ceases. In holiday prayers, "dew of resurrection" is mentioned, expressing the life force and renewal contained in dew. The name Talya therefore conveys a sense of spiritual blessing, of connection to both heaven and earth, of gentleness that contains tremendous power. Historically, the name Talya appears in Talmudic and Midrashic literature, though not as an explicit woman's name but as a term describing a young lamb in its nursing age. This meaning adds another dimension to the name of innocence, gentleness, and endearment. In Jewish culture, the sheep and lamb symbolize purity, sacrifice, and closeness to God. The use of Talya as a name for women developed in recent centuries, especially with the revival of the Hebrew language and the search for original and meaningful Hebrew names. Today, the name is considered both modern and classic, combining ancient tradition with contemporary freshness. It is particularly popular among families seeking a name with deep spiritual meaning that connects heaven and earth, holiness and nature, and conveys both gentleness and spiritual strength.

The name טליה with vowels

טַלְיָה

The name טליה in English

Talya | Talia | Taliah

טליה is mainly suitable for

Girl

Is the name טליה considered international

No

Origin of the name טליה from the Bible

Psalms 133:3 - Like the dew of Hermon, which falls on the mountains of Zion! For there the Lord has commanded the blessing, life forevermore

Origin of the name טליה from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, dew symbolizes the supreme abundance descending from the spiritual worlds to the physical world. The name Talya represents the connection between spirituality and materiality, between heaven and earth. Dew is considered an expression of continuous and eternal divine grace, which does not depend on human actions but flows naturally from the divine source. The suffix "Yah" strengthens the spiritual dimension and emphasizes the direct connection to divine light.

Gematria value for the name טליה

54

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9

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30

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10

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5

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Numerology value for the name טליה

9

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9

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30

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10

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5

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54

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5

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4

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9

Famous people named טליה

Talia Shire - American actress | Talia Balsam - American actress | Talia Ryder - American actress | Talia Jackson - American actress and singer

Names similar to טליה

Total times the name טליה was registered

22974 times

Graph of the name טליה

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

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