Modern Names

Modern names are names that were created or became popular in recent decades in Israel. These are contemporary names that reflect the spirit of the times — short names, nature names, international names, and innovative names. Here you will find the most popular modern names with CBS popularity data.

60 names in this category · CBS data

Guy

Boy

גיא

The name Guy means valley or ravine in Hebrew, representing a deep and

29,747 bearers

Hila

Girl

הילה

The name Hila (הילה) means 'halo' or 'aura' in Hebrew. This beautiful

26,519 bearers

Lior

Boy

ליאור

The name Lior, meaning 'my light' or 'light for me', embodies a sense

24,509 bearers

Itamar

Boy

איתמר

The name Itamar holds significant meaning in Hebrew, translating to 'i

21,523 bearers

Ben

Boy

בן

The name "Ben" is of Hebrew origin, translating directly to "son". Its

21,439 bearers

Ma'ayan

Girl

מעיין

The name 'Ma'ayan' (מעיין) in Hebrew translates to 'spring' or 'founta

21,310 bearers

Hodaya

Girl

הודיה

The name "Hodaya" (הודיה) is of Hebrew origin and translates to "thank

21,056 bearers

Ori

Boy

אורי

Ori means 'my light' in Hebrew, symbolizing personal joy, enlightenmen

19,293 bearers

Shira

Girl

שירה

The name Shira, which means 'song' in Hebrew, embodies a rich cultural

18,342 bearers

Noa

Girl

נועה

The name Noa, or נוֹעָה in Hebrew, translates to 'movement' or 'motion

14,870 bearers

Yaniv

Boy

יניב

The name 'Yaniv' is of Hebrew origin and means 'He Will Prosper' or 'T

13,982 bearers

Liat

Girl

ליאת

The name Liat literally translates to 'you are mine' or 'you are for m

13,133 bearers

Dina

Girl

דינה

The name Dina means 'judged' or 'vindicated' in Hebrew, signifying div

10,848 bearers

Moran

Girl

מורן

The name 'Moran' (מורן) is of Hebrew origin, and it carries rich cultu

10,547 bearers

Shaked

Girl

שקד

The name "Shaked" (שקד) translates to 'almond' in Hebrew, drawing from

10,540 bearers

Ilai

Boy

עילאי

The name עילאי (Ilai) translates to "exalted" or "sublime" in Hebrew.

10,444 bearers

Nor

Girl

נור

Nor is a modern Hebrew and Aramaic name meaning 'light' or 'fire.' It

10,000 bearers

Liel

Girl

ליאל

The name 'Liel' combines two significant Hebrew words: 'Li,' meaning '

9,720 bearers

Emma

Girl

אמה

The name אמה (Emma) is of Hebrew origin, meaning 'universal' or 'whole

9,457 bearers

Linoy

Girl

לינוי

The name 'Linoy' holds a beautiful meaning in Hebrew, often interprete

8,049 bearers

Sagi

Boy

שגיא

Sagi means sublime, lofty, or great. It is a modern Hebrew name that c

7,315 bearers

Ehud

Boy

אהד

The name 'Ehud' (אהד) carries a profound significance rooted in Hebrew

7,000 bearers

Lian

Girl

ליאן

Lian is a modern Hebrew name typically interpreted as 'to me (Li) an a

6,713 bearers

Yotam

Boy

יותם

The name Yotam means 'he is complete' or 'his completeness' in Hebrew,

6,462 bearers

Frequently Asked Questions

What are modern names?

Modern names are names that rose in popularity in recent decades. These include short names (like Lee, Ram, Tal), nature names (like Tamar, Ayla, Noam), and international names that entered use in Israel.

What is the difference between a modern name and a biblical name?

A modern name is a name that was created or became popular recently, while a biblical name originates from the Bible. Many parents today combine the two — choosing a biblical name with a modern feel.