שא-אל

Sa-El is a rare and unique feminine name that combines two profound linguistic elements from Hebrew tradition. The first part 'Sa' comes from the root Sh.A.L meaning 'ask', 'request' or 'inquire', while the second part 'El' refers to God. The compound meaning of the name is 'asked of God', 'requested from God' or 'she who asks God'. This name carries the ancient tradition of theophoric names - names containing the name of God or reference to Him, a tradition that was very common in biblical times and during the First and Second Temple periods. The name Sa-El expresses a deep and intimate relationship between the individual and the Creator, a connection of two-way communication where the person approaches God with questions, prayers and requests. In Jewish culture, asking is not merely a mechanical action, but rather an expression of seeking meaning, demanding understanding and spiritual connection. The name recalls the figure of Hannah, mother of Samuel, who asked God for her son, as well as the tradition of asking and prayer that is a central part of divine service. Many women in the Bible are mentioned as those who turned to God in prayer and petition - Rachel, Leah, Hannah and others - and the name Sa-El echoes this tradition. As a feminine name, Sa-El carries a character of spiritual seeking, inner depth and connection with the divine dimension. It is particularly suitable for families wishing to emphasize the spiritual and theological dimension in life, and to give their daughter a name that expresses the special connection with ancient Jewish tradition. The name is extremely rare in modern usage, which gives it uniqueness and distinction. It combines spiritual strength with feminine gentleness, and expresses the hope that the child will grow to be a woman with deep spiritual life, seeking meaning and maintaining an inner dialogue with spiritual values. In the modern era, where many seek to reconnect with sources and roots, a name like Sa-El offers a return to the ancient theophoric naming tradition, while preserving uniqueness and distinction from more common and familiar names.

שָׁא־אֵל

Sa-El | Shael | Sha-El

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1 Samuel 1:20 - And she asked of the Lord

In Kabbalah, the name Sa-El represents the connection between the human soul and divine light. Asking is a way to elevate holy sparks, and the name expresses the spiritual journey of seeking divine truth.

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שאול | שאולה | אליאל | שמואל | מיכאל | רפאל | עזריאל