Mendel
Mendel is a Jewish boy name of Yiddish origin, meaning “Comforter (a form of Menachem)”.
| Meaning | Comforter (a form of Menachem) |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Yiddish |
| Written as | מענדל |
| Pronunciation | MEN-dl |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | United States, Israel |
Meaning and origin of Mendel
Mendel is a Yiddish pet form of Menachem, which means 'comforter' in Hebrew. It has long been used among Ashkenazi Jews, often paired as Menachem Mendel, as with the founder of Chabad's later leaders and the last Lubavitcher Rebbe. Separately, Mendel is also a German surname, borne by the monk Gregor Mendel, founder of genetics, whose name has a different origin. Today it is mostly used in Hasidic communities.
Is Mendel a Jewish name?
Mendel is a Jewish name, a familiar form of Menachem, and is especially common among Chabad families honouring Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson.
How popular is Mendel?
Used mainly in Orthodox and Hasidic Jewish communities.
Gifts with the name Mendel
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- Jewish baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Mendel mean?
Mendel means 'Comforter (a form of Menachem)'. It is of Yiddish origin.
Is Mendel a Jewish name?
Mendel is a Jewish name, a familiar form of Menachem, and is especially common among Chabad families honouring Rabbi Menachem Mendel Schneerson.
How do you pronounce Mendel?
Mendel is pronounced MEN-dl.
Is Mendel a boy or girl name?
Mendel is usually a boy name.