Shekinah

Shekinah is a female first name that has its roots in Hebrew. Translated, the name means 'Divine Presence' or 'the glory of God made manifest.'

What does the name Shekinah mean?

Shekinah is a female first name based on Hebrew. It translates to 'Divine Presence' or 'God's manifested glory.' Its roots lie in the Hebrew term sheḵina (שׁכִינה), which means 'God's presence.'

Where does the name Shekinah come from?

The name Shekinah comes from Hebrew and means 'Divine Presence.' The Hebrew term sheḵina (שׁכִינה) refers to the presence of God. The language is Hebrew, and the name is common in Israel.

How do you pronounce Shekinah?

The pronunciation of Shekinah is soft and flowing, with three to four syllables. The name is usually pronounced as 'She-ki-nah' [ʃəˈkiːna], starting with a gentle hissing sound. The emphasized middle syllable stands out with the long 'i,' adding brightness. The open '-nah' rounds off the name warmly and breathily. Thus, Shekinah sounds melodic and gentle – soft in progression and clearly structured in sound.

Popularity

In Germany, Shekinah is a rather rare first name. It currently ranks 5,884th on the list of the most common female baby names. Its best placement was in 2011, when it reached 1,649th place. Over the last ten years, Shekinah has been given as a first name about 10 times, placing it 7,402nd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 5,818th.

Nicknames & pet names

Sheki

Famous people

• Shekinah (song expressing a longing for God's presence)