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לילך


Meaning of the name לילך

Lilach is a charming and delicate Hebrew feminine name, drawn from the world of nature and plants. The name refers to the well-known fragrant ornamental shrub whose colorful flowers - in shades of purple, white, and pink - bloom in spring and emit a sweet, intoxicating fragrance. The lilac belongs to the olive family and includes about ten different species, with the common lilac being the most familiar. The plant symbolizes spring renewal, natural beauty, and feminine softness, which is why it became a popular name for girls in Israel during the twentieth century. Linguistically, the name 'Lilach' contains an additional and particularly touching meaning. It can be broken down into two parts: 'li' (to me) and 'lach' (to you, feminine), meaning - what is mine will also be yours. This interpretation transforms the name into an expression of deep parental love, of a desire to share with the daughter all the good that the parents have, of an inseparable bond between parents and their daughter. This dual meaning - both botanical and linguistic - makes the name Lilach unique, combining natural beauty with emotional and familial depth. The name conveys a message of giving, sharing, and unconditional love. The name Lilach began to spread in Israel primarily in the second half of the twentieth century, as part of the trend to adopt new Hebrew names taken from nature, flora, and the Israeli landscape. It reflects the desire of the young generation of parents to embrace the land, the local nature, and the reviving Hebrew language. In the seventies and eighties of the last century, the name gained special popularity and became one of the common names for girls. Today, the name is considered classic and timeless, carrying both nostalgia and freshness, suitable for all ages. Many women bearing this name report a special sense of connection to nature, beauty, and the gentleness that the name bestows upon them.

The name לילך with vowels

לִילָךְ

The name לילך in English

Lilach | Lilac | Leelach

לילך is mainly suitable for

Girl

Is the name לילך considered international

No

Origin of the name לילך from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the name Lilach symbolizes spiritual growth and soul blossoming. The purple color of lilac flowers represents the Sefirah of Keter (Crown), the connection between the earthly and the divine. The name carries the message of giving and transmission, as expressed in the division 'li-lach' (mine-yours), reminiscent of the Kabbalistic principle of abundance and sharing.

Gematria value for the name לילך

90

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30

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10

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30

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20

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Numerology value for the name לילך

9

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30

ל

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10

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30

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20

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90

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9

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0

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9

Famous people named לילך

Lilach Shani | Lilach Algrabli | Lilach Sonin | Lilach Gliksmann | Lilach Cohen

Total times the name לילך was registered

6432 times

Graph of the name לילך

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

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