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מרגריט


Meaning of the name מרגריט

Margarit is a beautiful and delicate feminine name originating from the Latin word 'margarita,' meaning 'pearl.' The name came to Hebrew through Greek and Latin, carrying with it all the charm and beauty attributed to the precious and rare pearl. In Jewish culture, the pearl symbolizes purity, inner beauty, and deep spiritual value. The name Margarit is particularly common among Sephardic Jews and Eastern communities, and is considered a classic and noble name that combines ancient tradition with timeless elegance. Historically, the name Margarit was especially popular in Europe from the Middle Ages onward, reaching Jewish communities through cultural contact with the Christian and Muslim worlds. In Jewish communities in North Africa, Italy, and Eastern Europe, the name gained great popularity and adapted itself to local pronunciation and tradition. The meaning of 'pearl' relates to the idea of something rare and precious that is created inside an oyster through a slow and special process - a perfect metaphor for a daughter who is a precious treasure to her parents. In modern culture, the name Margarit carries an atmosphere of classic romance. It evokes the daisy flower (which is also named after the pearl in some languages), connecting natural beauty with human elegance. The name is particularly popular among families who value tradition and want to give their daughter a name with historical and cultural depth, while still sounding delicate and feminine. Margarit is an international name that is understood and appreciated in many cultures, making it an excellent choice for families living in a global world or having international connections. The name carries a message of uniqueness - just as every pearl is unique and cannot be replicated, so every Margarit is a special woman in her own right.

The name מרגריט with vowels

מַרְגָּרִית

The name מרגריט in English

Margarit | Margaret | Margalit | Marguerite | Margarita

מרגריט is mainly suitable for

Boy and Girl

Is the name מרגריט considered international

Yes

Origin of the name מרגריט from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the pearl symbolizes the hidden inner light that is revealed only to those who know how to seek. Margarit represents the spiritual process of refinement and elevation, like the pearl that is formed from a grain of sand through a process of coating and polishing. The name carries energy of purity, inner wisdom, and spiritual beauty.

Gematria value for the name מרגריט

462

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40

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200

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3

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200

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10

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9

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Numerology value for the name מרגריט

3

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40

מ

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200

ר

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3

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200

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10

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9

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462

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4

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6

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2

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12

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1

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2

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3

Famous people named מרגריט

Marguerite Duras - Famous French writer and filmmaker | Margarita Konenkova - Russian tennis star | Margaret Thatcher - Former British Prime Minister | Marguerite Yourcenar - French Nobel Prize-winning author

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