📖 About Avital
Avital is an ancient Hebrew name derived from the roots 'av' (father) and 'tal' (dew), meaning 'father of dew' — a poetic metaphor for renewal, freshness, and divine grace. In the Hebrew Bible, Avital is listed among the wives of King David, lending the name deep historical and religious roots. Dew in ancient Near Eastern cultures was considered a miraculous gift from God, so a name evoking it carried associations of gentleness, abundance, and blessing. Avital remains a common given name in Israel, appreciated for its soft sound and biblical heritage.
📍 Details
- OriginHebrew
- Gender♀ Female
- MeaningFather of dew
🔀 Variants & Related Names
⭐ Famous People
- Avital (wife of David) — One of the six wives of King David in the Hebrew Bible; mother of Shephatiah, David's fifth son.
- Avital Ronell — Prominent American literary theorist, philosopher, and author; professor at NYU known for deconstructivist scholarship.
- Avital Selya — Israeli-American actress and filmmaker known for her work in independent film and the theater world.