שונטל
Meaning of the name שונטל
Shontal is a modern and distinctive feminine name in Hebrew, originating from the French language and representing a Hebrew adaptation of the name Chantal. The name entered Hebrew during the 20th century as part of the trend of adopting international names and adapting them to Hebrew. The original meaning of the name in French is "stone" or "stony place," derived from the Latin word cantus meaning stone or song. The name carries a sense of solidity, stability, and strength, like a rock that withstands storms and serves as a refuge and stronghold. In Hebrew culture, Shontal represents the meeting point between tradition and modernity. It reflects the openness of Israeli society to the wider world while maintaining Hebrew character through phonetic adaptation and Hebrew script. Women bearing the name Shontal are often perceived as having strong and independent personalities, possessing refined aesthetic sensibilities and natural charm. The name indicates a family seeking balance between preserving Israeli identity and openness to other cultures. Shontal is particularly suitable for parents who want to give their daughter a unique name that isn't overly common, yet has a familiar and pleasant sound. The name Shontal also carries deep spiritual significance. Stone or rock symbolizes spiritual stability and steadfast faith in many cultures. In Jewish tradition, the rock appears as a symbol of God and as a source of strength and security. Women named Shontal are perceived as having stable and reliable characters, those who can be trusted in any situation. The name also conveys a sense of elegance and lightness despite its strong meaning. This is a rare quality that combines power with delicacy, strength with femininity. In recent years, the name Shontal has been gaining popularity among families seeking names with international character, ones that will allow their daughters to integrate easily into the global world while maintaining their Hebrew and Israeli identity.
The name שונטל with vowels
שׁוֹנְטָל
The name שונטל in English
Shontal | Shantelle | Chantal
שונטל is mainly suitable for
Girl
Is the name שונטל considered international
Yes
Origin of the name שונטל from Kabbalah
In Kabbalah, Shontal is connected to the energy of foundation and stability. The stone represents the solid and reliable material upon which spiritual construction is built. The name carries the energy of Malkhut - the sefirah representing the earthly manifestation of divine will.
Gematria value for the name שונטל
395
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300
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6
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50
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9
ט
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30
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Numerology value for the name שונטל
8
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300
ש
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6
ו
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50
נ
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9
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30
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395
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3
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9
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5
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17
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1
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7
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8
Famous people named שונטל
Shontal Burns - Singer and Musician | Shontal Anderson - Actress
Total times the name שונטל was registered
110 times
Graph of the name שונטל
* Source: Central Bureau of Statistics. As of April 2022