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Amikam is an ancient and compound Hebrew name, composed of two linguistic elements: 'Ami' and 'Kam'. The first part 'Ami' refers to 'my people', to the community, to the national and cultural collective, while the second part 'Kam' expresses movement, rising, standing, and renewal. The combination of these two components creates a profound and inspiring meaning: 'my people arose' - the people stand up, the people rise, the people get back on their feet. This is a name that expresses national hope, collective renewal, and faith in a people's ability to rise again after periods of difficulty. The name Amikam carries a heavy historical and cultural load. During biblical times, compound names of this type were common and served to express hopes, visions, and religious faith. The name reflects the biblical perception that an individual's fate is inextricably linked to the fate of the entire people. Parents who choose the name Amikam for their son express a deep sense of belonging to the Jewish people, faith in its future, and hope that their son will be part of national and cultural renewal. The name conveys a message of collective responsibility, social solidarity, and historical consciousness. In the modern context, the name Amikam gained renewed significance during the twentieth century, especially during the period of Jewish national revival. The name became a symbol of national awakening, of a people returning to their land and re-establishing their sovereignty. Today, the name Amikam carries all these historical meanings, but also receives new interpretations: personal rising, overcoming difficulties, mental resilience, and the ability to renew oneself. This is a name suitable for parents looking for a name with deep meaning, historical connection, and a message of hope and optimism. The name is relatively rare today, which gives it a unique and special character, while maintaining a connection to the ancient roots of Hebrew language and culture.

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Amikam | Amikaam

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Genesis 49:1 - And Jacob called unto his sons, and said: 'Gather yourselves together, that I may tell you that which shall befall you in the end of days'

In Kabbalah, the name Amikam symbolizes the connection between the individual soul and the collective soul of the people of Israel. The word 'Ami' (my people) represents the collective dimension of holiness, while 'Kam' (arose) symbolizes the awakening of the divine spark within every Jew, awakening toward complete redemption.

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Amikam Gurevich (Israeli actor) | Amikam Nahshon (historian and educator)

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