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שירית


Meaning of the name שירית

Shirit is a modern and delicate Hebrew feminine name, derived from the linguistic root 'shir' (song/poem), expressing the poetic and aesthetic dimension of life. The name carries meanings of beauty, harmony, and artistic creativity, conveying a sense of lightness, gentleness, and emotional sensitivity. In its literal sense, Shirit refers to something related to poetry, music, or verse, granting the bearer an identity of a person with a sensitive soul and artistic expression capabilities. The root 'shir' appears numerous times in the Bible and constitutes a central part of Hebrew culture throughout generations. Song in Jewish tradition is not merely an aesthetic art form, but a means of expressing deep emotion, prayer, gratitude, and praise. The Song of the Sea after the Exodus from Egypt, the Song of Deborah, and David's Psalms all testify to the central status of song as a spiritual and emotional form of expression. The name Shirit captures this essence and gives it a personal and feminine form, emphasizing the delicate and melodic aspect of poetry. In modern Israeli society, Shirit became particularly popular in the 1970s and 1980s, as part of a wave of new Hebrew names influenced by nature, art, and aesthetic values. The name radiates optimism, hope, and love of life, and is especially suitable for parents seeking a name that expresses artistic sensitivity and inner beauty. Women bearing this name are often perceived as having creative personalities, sensitivity to music and art, and the ability to express emotions in a delicate and meaningful way. Shirit is an excellent choice for parents wishing to give their daughter an identity that combines Hebrew tradition with a modern and poetic spirit.

The name שירית with vowels

שִׁירִית

The name שירית in English

Shirit | Shirit

שירית is mainly suitable for

Girl

Is the name שירית considered international

No

Origin of the name שירית from the Bible

Psalms 98:1 - Sing to the LORD a new song, for He has done marvelous things

Origin of the name שירית from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, song represents the spiritual expression of the soul and its connection with the Creator. The name Shirit expresses the feminine dimension of holy song, connecting to the Sefirah of Tiferet and symbolizing spiritual harmony and inner beauty.

Gematria value for the name שירית

920

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300

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400

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Numerology value for the name שירית

2

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300

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200

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400

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11

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1

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Famous people named שירית

Shirit Avitan - Israeli actress and model | Sarit Hadad - Famous Israeli singer (variant spelling)

Names similar to שירית

Total times the name שירית was registered

348 times

Graph of the name שירית

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