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יעלה


Meaning of the name יעלה

Yeela is an ancient and moving Hebrew feminine name that draws its beauty from the world of nature and wildlife. The name means 'female ibex' - that graceful and swift mountain goat that inhabits the mountains of Israel and desert regions. The ibex appears in biblical literature as a symbol of beauty, grace, and agility, and is mentioned in the Song of Songs and Proverbs as an image of a beautiful and beloved woman. The name carries all the qualities attributed to this magnificent creature: lightness, nobility, delicacy, and inner strength that enables it to navigate the challenging terrain of mountains and desert. In Hebrew culture, the ibex has always been perceived as a special creature embodying the perfect balance between delicacy and power. It can leap between steep rocks with amazing agility while maintaining grace and beauty. These qualities have made the name 'Yeela' a metaphor for a woman with a complex and rich character - feminine and delicate on one hand, and strong and independent on the other. In Jewish tradition, the name also expresses spirituality and sublimity, as the ibex climbs to heights, symbolizing the aspiration for spiritual elevation and transcendence. The name was particularly common among Yemenite Jews and Eastern communities, where it was perceived as a traditional and noble name that gives its bearer special charm. Today, the name Yeela is considered relatively rare but with a special and impressive character. It attracts parents seeking an authentic Hebrew name with deep roots in Israeli culture and nature, a name that is not too common but carries rich and beautiful meaning. The name is particularly suitable for families who value the connection to nature and the animals of the land, and for those seeking a name with strong yet feminine character. Yeela is a name that conveys both delicacy and strength, both beauty and resilience - a rare and impressive combination that gives its bearer a unique and unforgettable identity. In modern Hebrew literature and poetry, the name continues to serve as a symbol of natural beauty and feminine grace, giving its bearer a deep connection to the cultural and natural heritage of the Jewish people.

The name יעלה with vowels

יַעֲלָה

The name יעלה in English

Yeela | Yaala | Yaalah

יעלה is mainly suitable for

Girl

Is the name יעלה considered international

No

Origin of the name יעלה from the Bible

Proverbs 5:19 - As a loving hind and a graceful doe, let her breasts satisfy you at all times

Origin of the name יעלה from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the ibex symbolizes the soul ascending to heights, the spiritual leap from the material world to the world of spirit. The name carries energy of spiritual lightness, divine grace, and the ability to overcome obstacles with agility and wisdom. The ibex represents the Sefirah of Tiferet - the perfect balance between Chesed and Gevurah.

Gematria value for the name יעלה

115

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70

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30

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5

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Numerology value for the name יעלה

7

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70

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115

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7

Famous people named יעלה

Yaala Avital - Israeli actress | Yaala Gilon - Israeli poet and writer

Names similar to יעלה

Total times the name יעלה was registered

1853 times

Graph of the name יעלה

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