Menucha
Menucha is a Jewish girl name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Rest, tranquillity”.
| Meaning | Rest, tranquillity |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | מְנוּחָה |
| Pronunciation | meh-noo-KHAH |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel, United States |
Meaning and origin of Menucha
Menucha is a Hebrew word meaning 'rest, peace, tranquillity'. It appears in Psalm 23, where God leads the speaker beside the waters of rest, mei menuchot, and the idea of menucha is central to the Shabbat, the day of rest. As a girls' name it was popular in Eastern Europe and remains common in religious families.
Is Menucha a Jewish name?
Menucha is a Jewish name evoking the peace of the Sabbath and the 'still waters' of Psalm 23.
How popular is Menucha?
Used mainly in Orthodox and Hasidic communities.
Gifts with the name Menucha
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Spellings and variants of Menucha
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Menucha mean?
Menucha means 'Rest, tranquillity'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Menucha a Jewish name?
Menucha is a Jewish name evoking the peace of the Sabbath and the 'still waters' of Psalm 23.
How do you pronounce Menucha?
Menucha is pronounced meh-noo-KHAH.
Is Menucha a boy or girl name?
Menucha is usually a girl name.