Ayelet
Meaning of Ayelet
The name Ayelet is a beautiful and unique choice for a baby girl, with deep roots in Hebrew culture. Pronounced ah-yeh-LET (/a.jɛ.ˈlɛt/), the name means "gazelle" or "deer," symbolizing grace, beauty, and swiftness. Ayelet also carries poetic connotations, as it appears in the phrase "Ayelet HaShachar" meaning "gazelle of dawn" or "morning star," often used to describe the first light of day. This name has been relatively uncommon in the United States, maintaining a modest presence over the years with occasional spikes in popularity. An alternative variation of this name is Ayala, which shares similar meanings and cultural significance. Ayelet's rarity ensures that your little one will have a distinctive yet meaningful name that stands out while honoring its rich heritage.
Pronunciation
Hebrew
- Pronunced as ah-yeh-LET (/a.jɛ.ˈlɛt/)
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Notable People Named Ayelet
| Ayelet Shaked is an Israeli ex-politician, activist, and software engineer who served as Minister of Interior and Minister of Justice, and was a representative in the Knesset. |
| Ayelet Waldman is an Israeli-American novelist and essayist known for her mystery novels and autobiographical essays about motherhood, drawing on her experience as a former federal public defender. |
| Ayelet Zurer is an Israeli actress known for her award-winning performances in Israeli films and her role as Vanessa Marianna-Fisk in the Netflix series Daredevil. |
| Ayelet Gundar-Goshen is an Israeli clinical psychologist and author. |
| Ayelet Tsabari is an Israeli-Canadian writer. |
