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סופה


Meaning of the name סופה

Sufa is a rare and unique Hebrew feminine name that carries a dual and fascinating meaning. The first and primary meaning of the name is 'end', 'edge', or 'boundary', expressing the idea of completion, conclusion, and full realization. The second meaning, derived from the same root, is 'storm' or 'tempest', symbolizing tremendous force of nature, dynamic movement, and dramatic change. This unique combination of meanings makes the name Sufa profoundly deep, incorporating both the tranquility of completion and the power of transformation. In Jewish tradition, the word 'sof' (end) appears in many significant contexts. One of the most famous is 'Yam Suf' (Sea of Reeds/Red Sea), the sea that the Israelites crossed on their way from Egypt to freedom. The name Sufa therefore also carries the memory of a great miracle, of transition from one state to another, of dramatic change from slavery to liberty. The word 'sof' also appears in the Book of Psalms and other places in the Bible, always in the context of boundary, ending, or completion. The name Sufa, as a feminine name, gives its bearer a sense of wholeness and the ability to reach the end of the journey, to complete tasks and realize visions. As a feminine name, Sufa carries qualities of strength and dynamism. A storm in nature is an impressive and powerful phenomenon that brings change and renewal. Similarly, a woman bearing the name Sufa possesses a strong personality, full of energy and ability to lead changes. She does not fear challenges and knows how to face difficulties with strength and determination. At the same time, the name expresses the ability to reach the end of the process, to see the complete picture, and to understand the deep meaning of things. The name Sufa is a name of a complete woman, with a clear vision and impressive execution ability, combining both gentleness and strength, both calm and dynamism.

The name סופה with vowels

סוּפָה

The name סופה in English

Sufa | Sofa | Soofa

סופה is mainly suitable for

Girl

Is the name סופה considered international

No

Origin of the name סופה from the Bible

Exodus 14:27 - And Moses stretched out his hand over the sea, and the sea returned to its normal state at daybreak, while the Egyptians were fleeing toward it, and the LORD swept the Egyptians into the sea

Origin of the name סופה from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the name Sufa represents the principle of boundary and completion, leading to a new beginning. The end is always the start of something else, and the name symbolizes the circularity of life and the power of completion. The storm also represents the force of purification and spiritual renewal.

Gematria value for the name סופה

151

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60

ס

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6

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80

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5

ה

Numerology value for the name סופה

7

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60

ס

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6

ו

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80

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5

ה

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151

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1

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5

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1

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7

Names similar to סופה

Total times the name סופה was registered

66 times

Graph of the name סופה

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

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