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נילית


Meaning of the name נילית

Nilit is a unique and rare Hebrew feminine name that carries deep meanings of color, nature, and ancient culture. The name derives from the root 'N.Y.L' related to the indigo plant, a tropical plant from which the famous blue color - indigo - is extracted. In ancient culture, indigo was considered one of the most precious and sought-after colors, used for dyeing luxury fabrics and royal garments. The name Nilit is also connected to the world of flora and nature, expressing the beauty and delicacy of natural colors. In Jewish tradition, the color tekhelet - a shade of blue - holds a central place and appears in the tzitzit (ritual fringes) and priestly garments. The connection between indigo and tekhelet is deep and significant, as both represent the celestial blue, spirituality, and the connection between earth and heaven. Nilit, like any name associated with the color blue, carries meanings of spirituality, depth, and nobility. Throughout various periods in Jewish history, natural colors like indigo were an integral part of industry and commerce, and the name testifies to a connection with the world of craftsmanship and creation. As a feminine name, Nilit is particularly suitable for a girl whose parents are seeking an original, authentically Hebrew name with natural and aesthetic significance. The name is relatively rare in Israel, which grants it uniqueness and special character. Women bearing the name Nilit are often perceived as having a delicate yet profound personality, creative and sensitive to the world of beauty and art. The name is especially fitting for families who value names with deep Hebrew roots, connection to nature and tradition, and wish to give their daughter a name that is both beautiful and rich in cultural meaning.

The name נילית with vowels

נִילִית

The name נילית in English

Nilit | Neelit

נילית is mainly suitable for

Girl

Is the name נילית considered international

No

Origin of the name נילית from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the color blue symbolizes the Sefirah of Chesed (Kindness) and the higher spiritual dimension. Nilit, as a name connected to blue, represents the divine flow of kindness and mercy in the world, and the connection between the soul and the Creator.

Gematria value for the name נילית

500

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400

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Numerology value for the name נילית

5

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50

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30

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500

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5

Famous people named נילית

Nilit Dagan - Israeli actress | Nilit Levi - artist and designer

Names similar to נילית

נילית — Name Meaning | שֵׁם