Shaked
Shaked is a Jewish unisex name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Almond; almond tree”.
| Meaning | Almond; almond tree |
|---|---|
| Gender | Unisex |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | שָׁקֵד |
| Pronunciation | shah-KED |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel |
Meaning and origin of Shaked
Shaked is the Hebrew word for the almond tree and its nut. The almond is the first tree to blossom in the Land of Israel, sometimes in late winter, and the word is linked to the root sh-k-d, 'to be watchful' or 'wakeful'. That wordplay appears in Jeremiah 1:11-12, where the prophet sees an almond branch and God says He is 'watching' over His word. As a given name it belongs to modern Israel and is used for both boys and girls.
Is Shaked a Jewish name?
Shaked is a modern Hebrew nature name rather than the name of a biblical person, though the almond carries symbolic weight in the Bible, including Aaron's rod that blossomed with almonds. It is chosen mostly by Israeli Jewish families.
How popular is Shaked?
A familiar modern name in Israel for both sexes; rare outside Israeli communities.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shaked mean?
Shaked means 'Almond; almond tree'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Shaked a Jewish name?
Shaked is a modern Hebrew nature name rather than the name of a biblical person, though the almond carries symbolic weight in the Bible, including Aaron's rod that blossomed with almonds. It is chosen mostly by Israeli Jewish families.
How do you pronounce Shaked?
Shaked is pronounced shah-KED.
Is Shaked a boy or girl name?
Shaked is used for both boys and girls.