Hayyim

Sanskrit or variation of Chaim, Hebrew

"gold; life"

Hayyim Origin and Meaning

The name Hayyim is a boy's name.

Hayyim is a masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning "life" or "living." It is a traditional Jewish name that appears in various forms across different Jewish communities, including Chaim, Chayim, and Hayim. The name carries deep spiritual significance in Jewish tradition, representing the celebration of life and vitality. Hayyim has been used for centuries in Jewish communities worldwide but has remained relatively uncommon in mainstream Western society. The name is often chosen to honor family traditions or to connect a child with his Jewish heritage. Though not widely popular in general population rankings, Hayyim continues to be meaningful within Jewish communities, particularly among more traditional or observant families.

Famous People Named Hayyim

• Hayyim ben Moshe "Chaim" ibn Attar Moroccan Talmudic scholar
• Hayyim ben Solomon Tyrer Israeli rabbi and kabbalist
• Hayyim ben Joseph Vital Israeli rabbi
• Hayyim Selig Slonimski Polish publisher, author, astronomer
• Hayyim Abraham Israel ben Benjamin Ze'evi Palestinian rabbi