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נחלה


Meaning of the name נחלה

Nachala is an ancient and meaningful Hebrew name that appears numerous times in the Bible and Jewish tradition. The literal meaning of the name is 'inheritance', 'portion', or 'plot of land passed down through generations'. The name carries profound meanings of belonging, connection to the land, and generational continuity. In biblical sources, the word 'nachala' refers to the plots of land distributed to the tribes of Israel upon their entry into Canaan, thus the name symbolizes the deep connection between the Jewish people and their land and heritage. The name Nachala carries both spiritual and physical significance. On one hand, it represents material ownership of land and property, the home and estate passed from generation to generation. On the other hand, it holds deep spiritual meaning of cultural heritage, family values, and tradition transmitted from fathers to sons. In rabbinical literature, the concept of 'nachala' also refers to every Jew's spiritual portion in Torah and commandments, as stated 'Moses commanded us the Torah, an inheritance of the congregation of Jacob' - meaning the Torah is the spiritual inheritance of all Israel. The name expresses the idea that every person has a unique portion in the world, their own place, a special role that only they can fulfill. In the modern context, the name Nachala carries additional meanings related to settlement and Zionism. In the 20th century, the word 'nachala' became a symbol of pioneering spirit and return to working the land, as many settlements were founded bearing the name 'Nachala' as part of their identity. The name evokes feelings of connection to roots, responsibility toward future generations, and historical continuity. It is particularly suitable for families wishing to emphasize their connection to Jewish heritage, the Land of Israel, and values of stability, belonging, and strong identity. The name Nachala is a unique and meaningful choice expressing profound cultural and historical depth.

The name נחלה with vowels

נַחֲלָה

The name נחלה in English

Nachala | Nahala | Nakhala

נחלה is mainly suitable for

Boy and Girl

Is the name נחלה considered international

No

Origin of the name נחלה from the Bible

Exodus 6:8 - And I will give you this land to inherit it as a possession

Origin of the name נחלה from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, Nachala symbolizes the divine portion given to each soul in creation. The name expresses the idea that every person has a unique spiritual 'inheritance' - a designated role in repairing the world. The word is connected to the Sefirah of Malchut, representing the Shekhinah and divine presence in the material world.

Gematria value for the name נחלה

93

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50

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8

ח

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30

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5

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Numerology value for the name נחלה

3

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50

נ

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8

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30

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5

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93

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9

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3

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12

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1

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2

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3

Famous people named נחלה

Nachala Asher - social activist and community leader | Nachala Ben Yehuda - pioneer and settlement founder

Names similar to נחלה

Total times the name נחלה was registered

153 times

Graph of the name נחלה

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

נחלה — Name Meaning | שֵׁם