Neshama
ne-SHAH-mah
Neshama is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Neshama is a Hebrew word meaning 'soul' or 'breath of God.' It is a deeply spiritual and poetic name, suggesting a divine essence.”, and peaked in popularity in 2004.
What Neshama Means
“Neshama is a Hebrew word meaning 'soul' or 'breath of God.' It is a deeply spiritual and poetic name, suggesting a divine essence.”
The Story of Neshama
This name resonates with the very essence of existence, a divine breath carrying the soul's deepest wisdom.
Neshama is a profoundly spiritual Hebrew word meaning 'soul' or 'breath of God.' This name carries a deep, poetic resonance, suggesting an intrinsic divine essence. It first appeared in the early 2000s, a gentle awakening in modern usage.
When you think of your daughter, do you feel a deep connection to something sacred and pure? Neshama is for the child with a compassionate soul, who will navigate the world with innate wisdom and empathetic understanding.
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Numerology
The Leader
Independent, ambitious, and original. Names with this number carry pioneering energy.
Personality Traits
Peak Year
#6 in 2004
Total Births
17
First Recorded
2004
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