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יאלי


Meaning of the name יאלי

Yali is a unique and ancient Hebrew name with roots in the Aramaic-Hebrew linguistic tradition, derived from the root "ya'eh" or "ya'el," giving it a dual and profound meaning. The name carries the significance of "mine" or "to me," combining the personal possessive "y" (my) with "li" (to me or mine). In a broader sense, the name can be interpreted as "my gazelle" or "my deer," connecting it to the natural world and wildlife. Yali embodies a sense of closeness, intimacy, and personal belonging, expressing the special bond between parents and child. In Hebrew tradition, the name Yali appears in various forms and diverse contexts. It is related to the family of names including "Ya'el," "Ya'ala," and "Ya'ali," all carrying the symbolic weight of the gazelle or deer - symbols of swiftness, grace, and beauty in Jewish culture. In rabbinic literature, the gazelle symbolizes the people of Israel and the Land of Israel itself, referred to as "the land of the gazelle." The name Yali, being an intimate and affectionate version of these names, carries all these meanings while adding a special personal and emotional dimension. It is a name that expresses both delicacy and strength, both beauty and agility. In modern times, the name Yali has gained some popularity in Israel as a unisex name, though it is more commonly used for boys. It combines tradition with a contemporary and pleasant sound, suitable for parents seeking an authentic Hebrew name that is not overly common yet not strange or unfamiliar. The name is short, catchy, and easy to pronounce, making it particularly appealing. Yali carries a sense of connection to Hebrew roots while maintaining freshness and modernity, and it is especially suitable for families interested in a name with deep meaning that is neither routine nor too widespread.

The name יאלי with vowels

יַאֲלִי

The name יאלי in English

Yali | Yaali | Yaeli

יאלי is mainly suitable for

Boy and Girl

Is the name יאלי considered international

No

Origin of the name יאלי from the Bible

1 Chronicles 17:27 - And by Your blessing let the house of Your servant be blessed forever before You; for You, O Lord, have blessed it, and it is blessed forever

Origin of the name יאלי from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the name Yali is connected to the concept of divine belonging and personal connection with the Creator. The letter Yud that opens the name symbolizes the divine point, the spiritual spark within every soul. The name expresses the idea that every person is 'mine' of the Holy One, part of the divine completeness. The combination of letters creates an energy of connection, love, and spiritual belonging.

Gematria value for the name יאלי

51

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10

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1

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30

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10

י

Numerology value for the name יאלי

6

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10

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1

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30

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10

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51

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5

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1

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6

Famous people named יאלי

Yali Sofer - Israeli actor | Yali Rotenberg - musician

Names similar to יאלי

Total times the name יאלי was registered

145 times

Graph of the name יאלי

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