מיריי

Mirei is a delicate and special feminine name, serving as an affectionate form of Miriam, one of the most ancient and revered names in Jewish tradition. The name Mirei carries all the historical and spiritual richness of its origin while adding a touch of gentleness, affection, and intimacy. While the name Miriam is directly connected to Miriam the Prophetess, sister of Moses, the name Mirei allows for maintaining the connection to ancient tradition while providing a more personal and contemporary expression. Linguistically, Mirei is a name that combines the biblical root with the diminutive or affectionate form characteristic of Aramaic and later Hebrew. The 'ei' ending gives the name a quality of closeness, warmth, and endearment, as is common in many terms of affection in Jewish culture. The name carries multiple meanings: 'marah' meaning bitterness or hardship, but also 'meri' meaning rebellion or independence, and 'marom' meaning height and spiritual elevation. Some also see a connection to 'mor' - the precious spice myrrh, or 'moreh' - teacher and educator. All these meanings interweave to create a multi-dimensional portrait of a strong, profound, and complex woman. In Jewish culture, the name Mirei carries the legacy of Miriam the Prophetess - a woman who was a leader, prophet, and musician. Miriam was the one who watched over her baby brother Moses when he was cast into the Nile, and she was the one who led the women of Israel in song and dance after the splitting of the Red Sea. The name Mirei, as an affectionate form of Miriam, gives its bearer a deep emotional connection to this heritage while maintaining a personal and unique character. Women bearing this name are often perceived as possessing special sensitivity, natural leadership ability, and artistic or musical talent. The name is particularly suitable for families wishing to preserve biblical tradition while giving it a gentler and more modern expression, creating a beautiful bridge between the glorious past and the living, dynamic present.

מִירֵיי

Mirei | Miray | Miraye

Girl

Yes

Exodus 15:20 - Then Miriam the prophetess, Aaron's sister, took a timbrel in her hand, and all the women followed her, with timbrels and dancing

In Kabbalah, the name Mirei is connected to the Sefirah of Malchut and to the sacred feminine energy - the Shekhinah. The name carries within it the power of song and prophecy, symbolizing the ability to connect the spiritual world with the material world through art and music.

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Mirei Regev (Israeli politician) | Mirei Adler (artist and musician)

מרים | מירי | מיכל | מיכאלה | מאיה | מיה | מורן | מורי