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Ofer is an ancient and evocative Hebrew name meaning 'young fawn' or 'young gazelle.' The name appears in biblical contexts and carries with it an image of natural beauty, gentleness, and vitality. In Hebrew, the word 'ofer' refers to a young deer, an animal that symbolizes grace, agility, and natural beauty in biblical and Hebrew literature. The name conveys a sense of freshness, youth, and innocence, evoking images of flourishing nature and renewal. In Jewish tradition, the deer and the fawn appear as positive symbols representing beauty, swiftness, and nobility. In the Song of Songs, the biblical book filled with romantic and natural imagery, the deer and fawn serve as metaphors for love and affection. The figure of the fawn also appears in descriptions of the Land of Israel's natural landscape, symbolizing the deep connection between humans and their natural environment. The name Ofer carries all this symbolic richness - it recalls the natural beauty of the Land of Israel, the gentleness and grace of youth, and the agility and vitality of life itself. As a given name, Ofer was particularly popular in Israel during the 1950s and 1960s, as part of the trend toward choosing Hebrew names connected to nature and the Israeli landscape. The name reflects the desire of the founding generation to return to authentic Hebrew roots and connect with the land's natural environment. Parents who chose this name sought to give their children a strong Israeli identity, linked to both nature and biblical tradition. Today, the name is considered classic and traditional, yet it still carries the charm and grace of its original meaning. It is particularly suitable for parents seeking a short, meaningful name rich in cultural content - a name that bridges the ancient past with the Israeli present.

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Ofer | Offer | Opher

Boy and Girl

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Song of Songs 2:9 - Like a gazelle or a young deer

In Kabbalah, the fawn symbolizes the pure and young soul, not yet tainted by worldly sins. It represents the quality of loving-kindness and compassion, and the ability to move swiftly between spiritual realms. The deer and fawn are connected to the Sefirah of Tiferet, which balances loving-kindness with strength.

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Ofer Shechter (Israeli actor) | Ofer Hadad (Israeli singer) | Ofer Eini (Israeli actor and director) | Ofer Nimrodi (Israeli journalist)

אייל | צבי | יעל | אופיר | עומר | עדי