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שוקי


Meaning of the name שוקי

Shuki is a unique and beloved nickname in Israeli culture, serving as an affectionate form of the names Yehoshua (Joshua) or Yeshua (salvation). The name carries a profound meaning of salvation and redemption, with its biblical root referring to divine deliverance. In modern Hebrew culture, Shuki has evolved into an independent name that embodies warmth, friendliness, and accessibility, while maintaining its deep connection to ancient Jewish tradition. The name Shuki reflects the uniquely Israeli trend of creating short, warm nicknames from longer traditional names. This process of abbreviation and making the name more accessible expresses the spirit of young Israeli identity - preserving the connection to tradition while adapting to the reality of modern life. Shuki carries with it a sense of closeness, intimacy, and familial warmth, making it a particularly beloved name among parents seeking a name that is simultaneously rooted in tradition yet contemporary and pleasant to pronounce. Over the years, Shuki has become a symbol of authentic and warm Israeli character. It embodies values of simplicity, directness, and warmth that characterize Israeli culture. People bearing the name Shuki are often perceived as bridge-builders, sociable individuals with the ability to create deep human connections. The name conveys a sense of reliability and groundedness while maintaining lightness and cheerfulness. In Israeli society, Shuki is a name that evokes a smile and a sense of familiarity, as if every Shuki is an old friend or beloved family member. The original meaning of salvation and deliverance remains relevant today, as parents choose this name with the hope that their child will be a source of light and hope in the world.

The name שוקי with vowels

שׁוּקִי

The name שוקי in English

Shuki | Shuky | Shouki

שוקי is mainly suitable for

Boy

Is the name שוקי considered international

No

Origin of the name שוקי from the Bible

Exodus 7:1 - And the LORD said unto Moses: 'See, I have set thee in God's stead to Pharaoh; and Aaron thy brother shall be thy prophet.'

Origin of the name שוקי from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, Shuki carries the energy of salvation and spiritual deliverance. The name is connected to the Sefirah of Tiferet, representing balance and harmony between heavenly and earthly forces. The letters composing the name create a combination symbolizing the connection between humanity and the divine light that brings redemption.

Gematria value for the name שוקי

416

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300

ש

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6

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100

ק

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10

י

Numerology value for the name שוקי

2

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300

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6

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100

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10

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416

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4

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1

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6

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11

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1

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1

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2

Famous people named שוקי

Shuki Levi (footballer and coach) | Shuki Galili (actor) | Shuki Vered (musician)

Names similar to שוקי

Total times the name שוקי was registered

307 times

Graph of the name שוקי

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