Amichai
Amichai is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “My people lives”.
| Meaning | My people lives |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | עַמִּיחַי |
| Pronunciation | ah-mee-KHAI |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel |
Meaning and origin of Amichai
Amichai combines Hebrew ami, 'my people', with chai, 'lives' or 'alive', so it means 'my people lives'. It is a modern Israeli name, closely tied to the revival of Jewish national life in the twentieth century. The poet Yehuda Amichai, born Ludwig Pfeuffer, took it as his surname, and it is now used as a first name as well. The 'ch' is pronounced as a throaty kh sound.
Is Amichai a Jewish name?
Amichai is a modern Hebrew name used by Jewish families; it is not biblical but echoes the phrase Am Yisrael Chai, 'the people of Israel lives'.
How popular is Amichai?
Used in Israel, especially in religious-Zionist families; rare elsewhere.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Amichai mean?
Amichai means 'My people lives'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Amichai a Jewish name?
Amichai is a modern Hebrew name used by Jewish families; it is not biblical but echoes the phrase Am Yisrael Chai, 'the people of Israel lives'.
How do you pronounce Amichai?
Amichai is pronounced ah-mee-KHAI.
Is Amichai a boy or girl name?
Amichai is usually a boy name.