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Nesanel
How to Pronounce Nesanel
Pronounced nə-SAH-nel /nəˈsɑ.nɛl/Medium
Meaning: Yiddish/Ashkenazi pronunciation of Nethanel (Nathanael) — from Hebrew Netan'el, 'gift of God; God has given'Medium
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History & Origin
Nesanel is the Yiddish/Ashkenazi pronunciation of Nethanel (Nathanael) — from Hebrew Netan'el, 'gift of God; God has given' (a brother of King David; an apostle). A devout, traditional name in Ashkenazi Jewish communities (the Hebrew tav is read as 's'); nickname Nesi or Sani.
In the U.S. it appears in Orthodox communities. Rare, gift-of-God at the root, and devout.
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What does the name Nesanel mean?
Nesanel is the Yiddish Nathanael — Hebrew 'gift of God; God has given'.
How do you pronounce Nesanel?
It's said nə-SAH-nel /nəˈsɑ.nɛl/ — three syllables, stress on the second.
Is Nesanel a boy or girl name?
Nesanel is a boy's name.
How popular is Nesanel?
Nesanel is a rare name, used in Orthodox communities.