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מרגרטה


Meaning of the name מרגרטה

Margaretta is an ancient and impressive feminine name, originating from the Greek name 'Margarites' which means 'pearl' or 'precious stone'. The name passed through Latin culture as 'Margarita' and arrived in Hebrew in its full form 'Margaretta', while preserving the poetic and delicate imagery of the pearl. In Hebrew culture, the name carries meanings of rare beauty, purity, and luxury, similar to a pearl hidden within an oyster and revealed in special radiance. The name spread throughout Europe during the Middle Ages and became one of the most common names among princesses, queens, and nobility, giving it an aura of aristocracy and high social status. In Jewish culture, the name Margaretta was particularly adopted in Jewish communities in Europe, Central Europe, and Eastern Europe, as Jewish families gave it to their daughters as an expression of hope that they would grow to be beautiful, educated, and valuable women. The name took various forms in different languages - Margaret in English, Margherita in Italian and Spanish, Margarethe in German and Scandinavian languages, and Greta as a popular shortened form. In Hebrew, the name retained its full and magnificent form, and it is considered a classic and timeless name suitable for every generation. Many women bearing this name are known for their inner strength, intelligence, and the special gentleness they bring to their surroundings. The symbolism of the pearl associated with the name Margaretta is deep and multifaceted. A pearl is created as a result of a long process of coping - when a grain of sand penetrates an oyster, it begins to coat it with layers of nacre until a perfect and beautiful pearl is formed. Similarly, women bearing the name Margaretta are perceived as those who know how to transform difficult challenges into treasures of wisdom and beauty. The name also symbolizes purity and cleanliness, as the pearl is considered one of the purest precious stones in nature, requiring no polishing or processing. In world literature, the name Margaretta appears in many classic books, including Goethe's 'Faust', where Gretchen (an affectionate form of Margaretta) is a figure of innocence and holiness. The name carries a rich cultural heritage and serves as a bridge between different cultures, while preserving the central value of inner beauty and nobility of spirit.

The name מרגרטה with vowels

מַרְגָּרֶטָה

The name מרגרטה in English

Margaretta | Margaret | Margherita | Margarita | Greta | Maggie

מרגרטה is mainly suitable for

Girl

Is the name מרגרטה considered international

Yes

Origin of the name מרגרטה from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the name Margaretta is connected to the Sefirah of Chesed (Kindness) and the Sefirah of Tiferet (Beauty), symbolizing divine beauty and supreme grace. The pearl is considered a symbol of spiritual light created from darkness, similar to the spiritual process of refining holy sparks. Women bearing this name are perceived as having the ability to illuminate their surroundings and spread spiritual light.

Gematria value for the name מרגרטה

457

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40

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200

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3

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200

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9

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5

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Numerology value for the name מרגרטה

7

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40

מ

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200

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3

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200

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9

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5

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457

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4

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5

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7

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16

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1

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6

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7

Famous people named מרגרטה

Margaret Thatcher - Former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom | Margaret Mitchell - American author of 'Gone with the Wind' | Margrethe II - Queen of Denmark | Greta Garbo - Legendary Swedish-American actress | Margaret Mead - Pioneering American anthropologist

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