מוריאל
Meaning of the name מוריאל
Moriel is a profound Hebrew name combining the words 'mori' (my teacher) and 'El' (God), with the literal meaning 'God is my teacher' or 'God guides my path'. This is a name with deep spiritual significance that expresses human recognition of divine guidance and supreme wisdom. The name reflects humility, an acknowledgment that humans need spiritual direction and a guide, and faith in divine providence. In Jewish culture, the concept of 'moreh' (teacher) is not merely an instructor but a figure who provides direction, wisdom, and inspiration, and its combination with God's name emphasizes the ultimate source of all wisdom and knowledge. The name Moriel carries a message of intellectual and spiritual modesty. It reminds us that despite all the knowledge and wisdom we may acquire, there is always a higher source of guidance and wisdom. In an era where arrogance and pursuit of personal success sometimes prevail, the name Moriel offers a different approach - one of openness to learning, recognition of human limitations, and continuous search for deeper meaning. The name is particularly suitable for parents seeking a name with genuine spiritual content, a name that not only sounds beautiful but also carries an important educational and ethical message. Linguistically, the name Moriel belongs to the family of theophoric names - names containing God's name. This family includes famous names like Azriel, Emmanuel, Daniel, and Michael, all sharing the characteristic of connecting the human to the divine. Moriel is unique in emphasizing specifically the educational and guiding aspect of the relationship with God. In the modern era, the name has gained some popularity in Israel, especially among families seeking original names with deep Hebrew roots but not necessarily biblical in the traditional sense. The name suits both genders, though it's more common among boys, and carries an atmosphere of wisdom, spirituality, and aspiration for elevation.
The name מוריאל with vowels
מוֹרִיאֵל
The name מוריאל in English
Moriel | Moryel | Mori-El
מוריאל is mainly suitable for
Boy and Girl
Is the name מוריאל considered international
No
Origin of the name מוריאל from the Bible
Exodus 32:7 - And the Lord said to Moses, 'Go, descend, for your people have become corrupt'
Origin of the name מוריאל from Kabbalah
In Kabbalah, the name Moriel symbolizes the connection between the human soul and the source of divine wisdom. It represents the Sefirah of Chochmah (Wisdom) and humanity's need to be a receiving vessel for the supernal influence. The name carries energy of spiritual learning, openness to receiving divine light, and true humility that recognizes the source of all knowledge.
Gematria value for the name מוריאל
287
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40
מ
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6
ו
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200
ר
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10
י
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1
א
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30
ל
Numerology value for the name מוריאל
8
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40
מ
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6
ו
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200
ר
+
10
י
+
1
א
+
30
ל
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287
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2
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8
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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 מוריאל
Moriel Segal - Israeli sports commentator | Muriel Barbery - French author | Moriel Bowser - artist and musician | Moriel Hazan - entrepreneur and businessman
Total times the name מוריאל was registered
750 times
Graph of the name מוריאל
* Source: Central Bureau of Statistics. As of April 2022