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פלא


Meaning of the name פלא

Pele is an ancient and unique Hebrew name carrying the profound meaning of wonder, miracle, and the extraordinary. The linguistic root of this name is found throughout the Bible, describing events and phenomena that defy natural explanation, things beyond ordinary human comprehension. The name expresses a sense of amazement, reverence, and recognition of higher powers at work in the world. In Jewish culture, the word "pele" appears in contexts of God's wondrous deeds, miracles that occurred to the people of Israel, and things that evoke astonishment and wonder. In Jewish tradition, the name Pele carries particularly elevated spiritual significance. It recalls the famous verse from the Book of Isaiah describing the names of the Messiah: "And his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace." This name emphasizes the divine and transcendent dimension of the figure being described. Using Pele as a personal name expresses the hope that the child will be a special person, possessing extraordinary qualities, and that his life will be filled with wondrous and meaningful events. Throughout the generations, the name has been considered rare and refined, suitable for parents seeking a name with deep meaning and direct connection to Jewish sources. The name Pele also carries a message of optimism and faith in goodness. When we call something a "wonder," we acknowledge that the world is full of positive surprises and unexpected possibilities. This name encourages viewing life with eyes of wonder and appreciation, recognizing the miraculous in small things and believing in the power of the unexpected. In the modern era, the name Pele is experiencing a certain revival among parents seeking authentic Hebrew names that are short and carry strong meaning. It combines antiquity with contemporary relevance, making it a unique and impressive choice for a child whose parents wish to give him a name that expresses the specialness and blessing he brings to the world.

The name פלא with vowels

פֶּלֶא

The name פלא in English

Pele | Peleh

פלא is mainly suitable for

Boy

Is the name פלא considered international

No

Origin of the name פלא from the Bible

Isaiah 9:6 - For unto us a child is born, unto us a son is given, and the government shall be upon his shoulder, and his name shall be called Wonderful Counselor, Mighty God, Everlasting Father, Prince of Peace

Origin of the name פלא from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the name Pele represents the hidden and transcendent dimension of divine reality. It is connected to the Sefirah of Chochmah (Wisdom), symbolizing sudden illumination and understanding beyond logic. The wonder is a revelation of divine light in the material world, a moment when the eternal touches the temporal.

Gematria value for the name פלא

111

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80

פ

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30

ל

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1

א

Numerology value for the name פלא

3

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80

פ

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30

ל

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1

א

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111

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1

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1

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1

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3

Famous people named פלא

Pele Yoselovich (Israeli musician and composer) | Pelé - Edson Arantes do Nascimento (legendary Brazilian footballer)

Names similar to פלא

Total times the name פלא was registered

288 times

Graph of the name פלא

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