Shmuel

Shmuel means 'Heard by God' in Hebrew, signifying a connection with the divine and hinting at the presence or influence of higher power or spirituality in one's life.

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Shmuel is a name of Hebrew origin, predominantly used in Jewish communities. It is derived from the Hebrew elements 'Shema' meaning "hear" and 'El' meaning "God."

  • Babies named Shmuel in the US in 2023:
    Female: 0
    Male: 244
  • Nicknames: Shmu, Shmulik, Muli, Sam, Sammy.
  • Full Names: Samuel, Samuele, Samuil, Şemʻûʼēl, Samuhel.
  • Famous Namesakes: Shmuel Yosef Agnon-Author, Shmuel Rodensky-Actor, Shmuel Vilozni-Comedian, Shmuel Moreh-Scholar, Shmuel Dana-Politician.
  • Gender: Traditionally, Shmuel is a male name.
  • Numerology: In numerology, the name Shmuel is often associated with the number 6. Individuals with this number are considered to have nurturing and motherly qualities. They might often find themselves in roles of responsibility and leadership, supporting those around them with strong emotional intelligence.

While Shmuel is not among the most commonly used names globally, it holds significant cultural and religious importance in Jewish communities. It has historical reverence, being frequently found in religious texts and stories pertaining to the Jewish faith.

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