Shemesh
שמש
Pronunciation: Sheh-mesh
16
Name Bearers
Rare
Popularity
640
Gematria
1
Numerology
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Shemesh literally means 'sun' in Hebrew. It embodies warmth, light, life, and energy, signifying a bright and radiant presence. While not a common personal name, it's a powerful word in Hebrew culture.
Biblical Meaning
In the Bible, 'shemesh' refers to the sun itself, a celestial body created by God, and a source of light and warmth. It is also found in place names such as 'Beit Shemesh' (House of the Sun), a city mentioned in Joshua, Judges, and 1 Samuel.
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- Due to its extreme rarity as a first name, no widely famous individuals are known with 'Shemesh'.
- The name is primarily used as the Hebrew word for 'sun' rather than a common personal appellation.
- It is more frequently encountered as a surname in Israel.
- Occasionally, it appears as a name for places, such as the ancient city of Beit Shemesh (House of the Sun).
- Its use as a first name is almost exclusively symbolic, evoking qualities of light and warmth.
The name originates directly from the Hebrew word 'שמש' (shemesh), meaning 'sun.' It is an ancient Semitic term for the sun.
Leader & Independent
Represents initiative, strength, and determination. People with this number are natural leaders.
Total Gematria Value
Each Hebrew letter has a numeric value; the sum is the gematria of the name
Gematria of שמש:
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Core digit (reduced):
Leader & Independent
Represents initiative, strength, and determination. People with this number are natural leaders.
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