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Sivan is an ancient and unique Hebrew name that carries multiple rich meanings. The name originates from the third Hebrew month, the month of Sivan, which typically falls between May and June in the Gregorian calendar. The month of Sivan is considered one of the most significant months in the Hebrew calendar, as it includes the holiday of Shavuot, which marks the giving of the Torah at Mount Sinai - a foundational event in Jewish history. The name itself carries a character of celebration, renewal, and joy, which characterize the harvest season and the blooming period in the Land of Israel. The linguistic root of the name Sivan is Aramaic-Babylonian, and it is one of the month names adopted by the Jewish people during the Babylonian exile, after the destruction of the First Temple. Before this period, the month was simply called "the third month." The transition to Babylonian month names reflects the cultural and linguistic influence of the exile period, but the name Sivan became sanctified and turned into an integral part of Jewish tradition. There are various interpretations of the name's meaning: some claim it originates from the word "su" meaning season or a specific time, while others connect it to the concept of beauty and blossoming. In any case, the name evokes positive associations of renewal, growth, and abundance. As a personal name for girls, Sivan began to spread in Israel particularly from the mid-twentieth century onward, as part of a broader trend of adopting names related to nature, times, and holidays. Parents who choose this name express a deep connection to Jewish tradition and the cyclical nature of Hebrew time, while giving expression to values of renewal and hope. The name carries a delicate and feminine character, but also strong and present. Women bearing the name Sivan are often perceived as having a balanced personality, combining sensitivity and gentleness with determination and inner strength. The name is particularly suitable for girls born in the month of Sivan itself, but it is often chosen in other months as well due to its melodic beauty and the rich meanings it carries.

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Sivan | Siwan

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Exodus 19:1 - In the third month after the children of Israel went out from the land of Egypt, on that very day, they came to the wilderness of Sinai

In Kabbalah, the month of Sivan is connected to the tribe of Zebulun and the sign of Gemini, symbolizing duality and harmony. The month represents the receiving of the Torah - the union between the spiritual and material, between heaven and earth. The name carries an energy of revelation and spiritual illumination.

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Sivan Levy - Israeli actress | Sivan Rahav-Meir - Israeli journalist and social activist | Sivan Carmeli - digital content creator

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