What does Avital mean?

Avital is a Hebrew name meaning 'my father is the dew', representing freshness, sustenance, and divine blessing.

How do you pronounce Avital?

It is pronounced ah-vee-TAHL, with the emphasis usually placed on the final syllable.

Is Avital a boy or girl name?

Avital is traditionally a girl's name, originating from one of King David's wives in the Old Testament.

Is Avital a common name?

It is a well-established name in Israel and is frequently used within Jewish families who prefer classical biblical names.

Avitalאֲבִיטַל

/ah-vee-TAHL/

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Avital is a Hebrew girl's name pronounced /ah-vee-TAHL/. A beautiful biblical name meaning my father is the dew, representing freshness and sustenance.

Meaning of Avital

A beautiful biblical name meaning my father is the dew, representing freshness and sustenance.

Avital originates from the Hebrew name אֲבִיטַל ('Avital'), a compound of 'Avi' (my father) and 'tal' (dew). In biblical tradition, dew signifies divine blessing, renewal, and hidden sustenance, framing the name as a metaphor for spiritual nourishment from God.

Origin: Hebrew
Pronunciation: /ah-vee-TAHL/

Cultural background

The name is a classic and enduring choice in Israel and among Jewish communities globally. It is predominantly used as a feminine name, though its components are gender-neutral in modern Hebrew.

Variations & nicknames

Abital
Avitala
Avi
Tali
Taly

Famous people named Avital

Well-known namesakes — celebrities, historical figures and characters.

Abital
The fifth wife of King David and mother of Shephatiah, as mentioned in the Bible.
Religion · 10th century BCE
Avital Sharansky
Human rights activist and wife of Natan Sharansky who campaigned for Soviet Jewry.
Politics · 1970s–present
Avital Selinger
Olympic silver medalist in volleyball and professional coach.
Sport · 1980s–present
Avital Ronell
Influential American academic and philosopher known for works on deconstruction.
Literature · 1980s–present
Avital Ash
Actress, writer, and director known for various television and web series.
Film · 2010s–present

Frequently asked about Avital

What does Avital mean?: Avital is a Hebrew name meaning 'my father is the dew', representing freshness, sustenance, and divine blessing.
How do you pronounce Avital?: It is pronounced ah-vee-TAHL, with the emphasis usually placed on the final syllable.
Is Avital a boy or girl name?: Avital is traditionally a girl's name, originating from one of King David's wives in the Old Testament.
Is Avital a common name?: It is a well-established name in Israel and is frequently used within Jewish families who prefer classical biblical names.

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