Find out how popular the first name Shekinah has been for the last 48 years (from 1976 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Shekinah by gender

Based on the last 48 years of data, Shekinah is exclusively a female name.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 28 female babies and 0 male babies born with the name Shekinah.

The history of the first name Shekinah

The name Shekinah originates from the Hebrew language and has its roots in ancient Jewish mysticism. It is derived from the Hebrew word "Shekhinah," which translates to "the dwelling or settling" and refers to the divine presence of God.

In Kabbalah, the esoteric Jewish mystical tradition, Shekinah represents the feminine aspect of God's presence on Earth. It is often associated with the indwelling of the divine in the physical realm, and the concept of the Shekinah has played a significant role in Jewish theological and spiritual thought throughout history.

The name Shekinah is not explicitly mentioned in the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament), but the concept of the divine presence is alluded to in various passages. For instance, in the Book of Exodus, the Israelites were guided by a pillar of cloud by day and a pillar of fire by night, representing the presence of God among them.

One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Shekinah can be found in the Talmud, a central text of Rabbinic Judaism compiled between the 3rd and 6th centuries CE. The Talmud discusses the concept of the Shekinah and its manifestations in various contexts.

Over the centuries, the name Shekinah has been borne by several notable individuals, including:

1. Shekinah Hadas (born 1936), an Israeli artist known for her mixed-media works and sculptures.
2. Shekinah Erza (born 1987), an Indonesian singer and actress.
3. Shekinah Glory Ministry (founded in the late 20th century), a non-denominational Christian ministry based in the United States.
4. Shekinah Shabazz (born 1934), an American author and activist, the daughter of Malcolm X and Betty Shabazz.
5. Shekinah Renee King (born 2002), the granddaughter of Martin Luther King Jr. and Coretta Scott King.

The name Shekinah has held spiritual and cultural significance throughout Jewish history and has also found its way into other traditions, particularly within certain Christian and New Age spiritual movements. Its connection to the divine presence and the feminine aspect of God has made it a powerful and symbolic name choice for many.

Data source

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