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שי-אל


Meaning of the name שי-אל

Shay-El is a unique compound name that combines two profound elements: "Shay" meaning gift or giving, and "El" which is one of the names of God in Hebrew. The complete name means "gift from God" or "God's gift," expressing a deep sense of gratitude and appreciation from parents who see their child as a divine blessing and heavenly grace. Compound names of this type have been particularly common among various Jewish communities throughout the generations, as parents sought to imprint in their child's name the deep feeling of thanksgiving to the Creator for the precious gift they received. The "Shay" component of the name carries significant meaning in Jewish culture. The word "Shay" appears in Biblical and Mishnaic Hebrew with the meaning of gift, present, or donation. It is connected to the root Sh.Y.H which appears in various verses in the Bible, expressing the idea of pure and generous giving. The "El" component is one of the most ancient divine names, appearing already in the patriarchal period and found in many Biblical names such as Daniel, Immanuel, Israel, and others. The combination of these two components creates a name with deep theological significance, emphasizing the relationship between humanity and the Creator and the perception of life as a divine gift. In the modern era, compound names like Shay-El have become more popular among Israeli parents seeking unique names with spiritual meaning. The name conveys a sense of uniqueness and specialness, particularly suitable for parents who have gone through a long journey until the birth of their child, or who see the birth as a miracle and special gift. The name can be given to both boys and girls, and carries a character of warmth, love, and appreciation for life. In modern Israeli society, such names reflect both a connection to Jewish roots and a desire to give the child a unique and meaningful identity that will accompany them throughout their life.

The name שי-אל with vowels

שַׁי-אֵל

The name שי-אל in English

Shay-El | Shaiel | Shayel

שי-אל is mainly suitable for

Boy and Girl

Is the name שי-אל considered international

No

Origin of the name שי-אל from the Bible

Genesis 32:31 - And Jacob called the name of the place Peniel: for I have seen God face to face

Origin of the name שי-אל from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the name Shay-El represents the flow of divine abundance into the physical world. The "Shay" component symbolizes the spiritual gift descending from the higher Sefirot, while "El" represents the encompassing divine power. The name carries an energy of gratitude, joy, and spiritual renewal.

Gematria value for the name שי-אל

341

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300

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10

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1

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30

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Numerology value for the name שי-אל

8

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300

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10

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1

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30

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341

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3

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4

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8

Names similar to שי-אל

Total times the name שי-אל was registered

240 times

Graph of the name שי-אל

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