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כפיר


Meaning of the name כפיר

Kfir is an original and powerful Hebrew name describing a young lion cub, specifically a lion in the stage between a tender cub and a fully mature adult lion. The name appears in the Bible in several places and symbolizes the stage where the young one has already developed strength and power, yet still maintains the vitality and dynamism of youth. The word Kfir describes latent power, potential about to be realized, and the fascinating combination of strength with youthfulness. In Jewish and Israeli culture, the name Kfir carries deep symbolic meaning. The lion is a symbol of royalty, heroism, and leadership, and the young lion represents the younger generation destined to inherit the legacy and lead the people forward. The name conveys a sense of courage, determination, and ability to face challenges. In rabbinical literature, the Kfir sometimes symbolizes the people of Israel in periods of renewal and strength, when the younger generation proves itself and its capabilities. In modern times, the name Kfir has acquired additional meanings in Israeli culture. The "Kfir" fighter jet developed by Israel Aerospace Industries in the 1970s became a symbol of innovation, technological independence, and Israeli military power. The Kfir Brigade in the IDF, serving primarily in the Central Command, adds to the name a meaning of service, dedication, and defense of the homeland. The name radiates a sense of authentic Israeliness, of connection to the land and values of heroism and protection. Parents who choose the name Kfir give their son a name that combines ancient tradition with modern national pride, a name that expresses hope that the child will grow to be strong, courageous, and possess leadership character.

The name כפיר with vowels

כְּפִיר

The name כפיר in English

Kfir | Kefir

כפיר is mainly suitable for

Boy

Is the name כפיר considered international

No

Origin of the name כפיר from the Bible

Psalms 104:21 - The young lions roar after their prey, and seek their food from God

Origin of the name כפיר from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the Kfir symbolizes the power of Gevurah (severity) tempered with mercy. It represents the stage where spiritual power begins to manifest in the physical world, the transition from potential to realization. The name carries energy of controlled strength, of the ability to exercise power while maintaining balance and proper judgment.

Gematria value for the name כפיר

310

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20

כ

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80

פ

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10

י

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200

ר

Numerology value for the name כפיר

4

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20

כ

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80

פ

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10

י

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200

ר

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310

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3

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1

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0

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4

Famous people named כפיר

Kfir Cohen - Israeli actor | Kfir Edri - Israeli soccer player | Kfir Ben Lish - Israeli actor and model | Kfir Ochaion - Israeli singer

Names similar to כפיר

Total times the name כפיר was registered

6216 times

Graph of the name כפיר

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

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