Ofek: meaning of the Hebrew name
אוֹפֶק
Pronounced OH-fek
- Unisex
- Hebrew
- #143 in Israel, 2024
Meaning of Ofek
Ofek means horizon: the distant line where sky and earth meet, a sense of open space and a look toward the future. It is given to both boys and girls.
Ofek in Hebrew
Ofek is written אופק in Hebrew (with vowel points: אוֹפֶק). Hebrew is read from right to left.
- אAlef
- וVav
- פPe
- קQof
Gematria value: 187 (Alef 1 + Vav 6 + Pe 80 + Qof 100)
About the name
- GenderUnisex
- OriginHebrew
- Meaninghorizon
- PronunciationOH-fek
- Hebrewאופק
- Syllables2
Popularity in Israel
In 2024, Ofek ranked #143 among boys' names given to Jewish newborns in Israel (99 babies). Its highest rank in 2014-2024 was #70, in 2014.
All years 2014-2024
| Year | Rank | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 143 | 99 |
| 2023 | 128 | 124 |
| 2022 | 117 | 141 |
| 2021 | 135 | 122 |
| 2020 | 112 | 154 |
| 2019 | 106 | 178 |
| 2018 | 104 | 172 |
| 2017 | 95 | 199 |
| 2016 | 111 | 171 |
| 2015 | 81 | 222 |
| 2014 | 70 | 249 |
Source: Israel Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS), first names given to Jewish newborns, 2014-2024. Ranks cover the 150 most common names per year.
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Questions about Ofek
What does the name Ofek mean?
Ofek means horizon: the distant line where sky and earth meet, a sense of open space and a look toward the future. It is given to both boys and girls.
How do you pronounce Ofek?
Ofek is pronounced OH-fek in modern Israeli Hebrew. The syllable in capital letters is stressed.
How do you write Ofek in Hebrew?
Ofek is written אופק in Hebrew (with vowel points: אוֹפֶק).
How popular is the name Ofek in Israel?
In 2024, Ofek ranked #143 among boys' names given to Jewish newborns in Israel (99 babies). Its highest rank in 2014-2024 was #70, in 2014. Source: Israel Central Bureau of Statistics.
What is the gematria of Ofek?
In gematria, the Hebrew spelling אופק adds up to 187 (Alef 1 + Vav 6 + Pe 80 + Qof 100).
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