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Shauli is an original and rare Hebrew name that serves as an affectionate and intimate form of the famous biblical name Saul (Shaul). The name carries with it all the deep meanings of the name of Israel's first king, but adds a layer of intimacy and warmth characteristic of names ending with the "i" suffix. The literal meaning of the root "shaul" is "asked for" or "requested," referring to someone who was asked for from God or from the people. The name expresses the sense of uniqueness and importance of the person bearing it, as someone who came into the world as an answer to prayer or as the fulfillment of a deep expectation. From a historical and cultural perspective, Shauli carries with it the legacy of Saul son of Kish, the first king of Israel, a tragic and fascinating figure who moved between greatness and downfall. The name recalls the transitional period from the era of judges to monarchy, the search for leadership, and the high expectations the people held for their first king. Shauli, as an affectionate form, softens the formality of the biblical name and gives it a warmer, more personal character. In modern Israeli culture, names ending with the "i" suffix are perceived as friendly, close, and inviting, expressing an attitude of warmth and love toward the child. The name Shauli is particularly suitable for parents seeking a name with deep biblical roots but who don't want the formality of the original name. It combines tradition with innovation, respect for the past with contemporary freshness. The name carries a message of value and answered prayer - every child named Shauli is like a cherished gift, an answer to expectation and the fulfillment of hope. In this sense, the name expresses the joy and happiness that every new child brings into the world, and the feeling that he is exactly what the parents hoped for and waited for.

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Shauli | Shauly | Sha'uli

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1 Samuel 15:1 - And Samuel said to Saul: 'The LORD sent me to anoint you king over His people, over Israel'

In Kabbalah, the name Shauli connects to the concept of divine question and answer. The suffix 'i' adds a dimension of personal connection with the Creator, as if the person himself is a question that the world asks, and the answer lies in his spiritual purpose. The name carries energy of searching for meaning and finding the deepest answers within the soul.

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Shauli Eido - Israeli musician and composer | Shauli Cohen - businessman and philanthropist

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