Find out how popular the first name Arykah has been for the last 10 years (from 1997 to 2006) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Arykah by gender

Based on the last 10 years of data, Arykah is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2006, there were 7 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Arykah.

The history of the first name Arykah

The name Arykah is believed to have originated from the Hebrew language, with roots tracing back to ancient Semitic cultures in the Middle East. Its earliest recorded use dates back to biblical times, appearing in the Old Testament as a variation of the name Arakha.

One of the earliest known historical figures bearing this name was Arykah ben Shlomo, a renowned scholar and rabbi who lived in the 10th century CE in the city of Cordoba, which was then part of the Islamic Caliphate of Córdoba. He is renowned for his contributions to the study of Jewish law and the Talmud.

In the 12th century, Arykah al-Qirqisani, a Karaite Jewish philosopher and scholar from Circassia (present-day Russia), gained recognition for his works on Karaite theology and his defense of the Karaite movement against the Rabbinic Jews of his time.

Another notable figure was Arykah ben Avraham, a 13th-century Spanish Rabbi and philosopher who lived in Barcelona. He is best known for his writings on Jewish ethics and his commentaries on the works of Maimonides.

In the 16th century, Arykah de' Rossi, an Italian Jewish scholar and writer, made significant contributions to the study of Jewish history and culture with his works, including "The Light of the Eyes" and "The Banquet of the Learned."

Fast-forwarding to the 20th century, Arykah Avneri was an Israeli politician and journalist who served as a member of the Knesset (Israeli parliament) from 1949 to 1973. He was known for his advocacy of peace and coexistence between Israelis and Palestinians.

While the name Arykah has Hebrew roots, it has also been adopted and adapted by various cultures and languages over the centuries, with slight variations in spelling and pronunciation. However, its core meaning and historical significance remain rooted in the ancient Semitic languages and cultures of the Middle East.

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