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יונית


Meaning of the name יונית

Yonit is a charming and delicate Hebrew feminine name that carries profound meanings of peace, hope, and renewal. The name derives from the word 'yonah' (dove), a bird that holds a central place in Jewish culture and biblical tradition. The addition of the suffix 'it' gives the name a feminine and affectionate character, transforming it into an especially endearing and sweet form. The dove appears in the story of Noah's Ark as the messenger bringing the news of the flood's end, and since then it has symbolized hope, peace, and renewal. The name Yonit reflects these qualities and conveys a sense of gentleness, softness, and purity of heart. In Jewish tradition, the dove is not only a symbol of peace but also a metaphor for the people of Israel itself. In the Song of Songs, the dove represents the pure soul and the deep connection between humans and their Creator. The name Yonit carries this spiritual weight and expresses an aspiration for inner purity and connection with spiritual values. In modern times, the name gained significant popularity in Israel, especially during the 1970s and 1980s, and is perceived as an authentic Israeli name that combines tradition with contemporaneity. Women bearing the name Yonit are considered gentle, sensitive, and capable of bringing peace and harmony to their surroundings. The name Yonit also conveys a sense of lightness and freedom, similar to a bird soaring in the sky. It expresses an aspiration for free living, pure love, and connection with nature. In many Israeli families, the name is passed down from generation to generation as an expression of the values of peace and love that the family holds dear. Yonit is a name suitable for a girl whose parents hope she will grow to be a woman with a good heart, sensitivity to others, and the ability to bring light and joy to the lives of those around her. The name also carries optimism and hope for a better future, just as the dove brought hope to Noah and his family after the great flood.

The name יונית with vowels

יוֹנִית

The name יונית in English

Yonit | Jonit | Yonet

יונית is mainly suitable for

Girl

Is the name יונית considered international

No

Origin of the name יונית from the Bible

Genesis 8:8 - Then he sent out the dove from him, to see if the waters had subsided from the face of the ground

Origin of the name יונית from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the dove symbolizes the pure soul and the aspiration for spiritual elevation. The name Yonit expresses the connection between the earthly world and the spiritual dimension, representing inner peace, purity of heart, and the ability to be a messenger of peace and love. It carries the energy of renewal and transcendence.

Gematria value for the name יונית

476

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6

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50

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10

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400

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Numerology value for the name יונית

8

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10

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6

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50

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10

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400

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476

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4

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7

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17

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1

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7

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8

Famous people named יונית

Yonit Levi - Israeli journalist and television presenter | Yonit Zuckerbrot - Israeli actress | Yonit Stern - Israeli singer

Names similar to יונית

Total times the name יונית was registered

1408 times

Graph of the name יונית

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