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מלאכי


Meaning of the name מלאכי

Malachi is an ancient and deeply moving Hebrew name that carries profound spiritual significance. The name is composed of two elements: "malach" (angel or messenger) and the possessive suffix "i," literally meaning "my messenger" or "my angel." The name expresses an intimate and personal connection with the divine, a sense of unique spiritual mission, and a deep bond with the prophetic tradition of the Jewish people. In Jewish culture, Malachi is considered a name of great spiritual weight, indicating a person who carries within them a divine spark and a special purpose in the world. Malachi is a central figure in the Hebrew Bible - the last of the twelve minor prophets, who lived during the Second Temple period, likely in the fifth century BCE. The Book of Malachi, the final book of the Prophets, addresses themes of social justice, pure faith, and the relationship between humanity and God. The prophet Malachi rebuked the people for neglecting the commandments, for disrespecting the priesthood, and for moral failings. His words are filled with rebuke but also hope, and he heralds the coming of Elijah the prophet before the great and terrible day of the Lord. Malachi's prophetic message emphasizes the importance of inner sincerity, social justice, and faithfulness to the covenant. The name Malachi has become a symbol of prophetic truth, of direct and bold speech, and of the role of spiritual mission among the Jewish people. In the modern era, the name Malachi carries a unique character of spirituality and dedication. Parents who choose this name express a desire to give their son a deep identity, connected to the prophetic tradition and to values of truth and justice. The name suggests hope that the child will grow to be a person with a strong moral conscience, possessing integrity and courage to speak his truth, and maintaining an authentic connection with Jewish spirituality. Malachi is a name particularly suitable for families seeking a relatively rare biblical name with deep meaning that is not overly common. The name carries a sense of uniqueness, of mission, and of connection to a rich spiritual heritage. In contemporary Israeli culture, Malachi is perceived as an intellectual, spiritual, and somewhat mystical name, suitable for a child whose parents see in him potential for moral leadership and positive influence on those around him.

The name מלאכי with vowels

מַלְאָכִי

The name מלאכי in English

Malachi | Malachy | Malaki

מלאכי is mainly suitable for

Boy

Is the name מלאכי considered international

No

Origin of the name מלאכי from the Bible

Malachi 3:1 - Behold, I will send my messenger, and he shall prepare the way before me

Origin of the name מלאכי from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the name Malachi symbolizes the connection between the earthly world and the spiritual realm. Angels are intermediaries between humanity and the Creator, and the name indicates a soul capable of bridging dimensions. The name carries energy of spiritual purity, of sacred mission, and of the ability to transmit divine messages to the world. One bearing the name Malachi is considered to possess an elevated soul, capable of rising above materialism and connecting to higher spiritual sources.

Gematria value for the name מלאכי

101

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20

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10

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Numerology value for the name מלאכי

2

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40

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30

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101

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Famous people named מלאכי

Malachi Kirby - British actor | Malachi Throne - American actor | Malachy McCourt - Irish-American writer and actor

Names similar to מלאכי

Total times the name מלאכי was registered

2973 times

Graph of the name מלאכי

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