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מאירה


Meaning of the name מאירה

Meira is a luminous Hebrew feminine name that embodies the concept of light and radiance in Jewish culture. The name derives from the Hebrew root א.ו.ר (alef-vav-resh) meaning "to illuminate" or "to shine," and literally translates to "she who illuminates" or "one who gives light." Meira is the feminine form of the name Meir, conveying a sense of brightness, warmth, and positive energy. In Jewish tradition, light holds a central position as a symbol of wisdom, holiness, and spiritual enlightenment. The name Meira expresses the qualities of a woman who brings light into the lives of others - not only in the physical sense but also spiritually and emotionally. This is a woman whose presence brightens a room, whose smile radiates warmth and optimism, and whose personality instills hope and joy in her surroundings. The name Meira became particularly popular in Israel during the 20th century, as part of the revival of modern Hebrew names rooted in biblical and linguistic foundations. It perfectly combines tradition with modernity - carrying the depth of ancient Hebrew language while sounding fresh and relevant today. Meira is a name suited for a woman with a commanding presence, who inspires others and evokes positive feelings in everyone she meets. It is a name that expresses hope, optimism, and inner strength - qualities valued in every culture and every generation.

The name מאירה with vowels

מֵאִירָה

The name מאירה in English

Meira | Meera | Mayra

מאירה is mainly suitable for

Girl

Is the name מאירה considered international

No

Origin of the name מאירה from the Bible

Genesis 1:3 - And God said, Let there be light: and there was light

Origin of the name מאירה from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, light symbolizes divine truth and supreme wisdom. The name Meira is connected to the Sefirah of Chochmah (Wisdom) and the concept of infinite light that illuminates creation. The bearer of this name is considered to possess the ability to illuminate souls and bring spiritual enlightenment to her surroundings.

Gematria value for the name מאירה

256

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40

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1

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10

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200

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5

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Numerology value for the name מאירה

4

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40

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1

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10

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200

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5

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256

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2

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5

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6

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13

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1

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3

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4

Famous people named מאירה

Meira Barnea-Goldberg - Israeli journalist and political commentator | Meira Shemesh - young victim whose name became a symbol | Meira Ohion - Israeli singer | Meira Dagan - Israeli artist

Names similar to מאירה

Total times the name מאירה was registered

1228 times

Graph of the name מאירה

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

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