Neta
Neta is a Jewish girl name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Plant, sapling”.
| Meaning | Plant, sapling |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | נֶטַע |
| Pronunciation | NEH-tah |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel |
Meaning and origin of Neta
Neta is a modern Hebrew name from neta, 'a plant' or 'young sapling', a word found in the Bible in images of planting. It reflects the Zionist ideal of planting and renewal in the land, and many Israeli names of the twentieth century share that agricultural theme. A different Hebrew name with the same sound, Netta, can also be a short form of names like Netanya. The singer Netta Barzilai is a well-known bearer.
Is Neta a Jewish name?
Neta is a modern Hebrew name used by Jewish families in Israel, with roots in biblical planting imagery.
How popular is Neta?
Common in Israel.
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Spellings and variants of Neta
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Neta mean?
Neta means 'Plant, sapling'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Neta a Jewish name?
Neta is a modern Hebrew name used by Jewish families in Israel, with roots in biblical planting imagery.
How do you pronounce Neta?
Neta is pronounced NEH-tah.
Is Neta a boy or girl name?
Neta is usually a girl name.