Shachaf

שַׁחַף

• Gender: Unisex
• Origin: Modern Hebrew
• Meaning: seagull

• Shachaf is the Hebrew word for seagull, and it instantly conjures images of the Mediterranean coastline and wide-open Israeli skies. It is a popular name in Israel for both boys and girls, loved for its carefree, windswept spirit and its connection to the natural world. A name that feels like a breath of ocean air, Shachaf has a wonderful sense of freedom built right in.

  A windswept, adventurous spirit runs through this name, appealing to parents drawn to the outdoors and open spaces. Its unique sound is instantly memorable while remaining easy to pronounce once you hear it. Where Wolf prowls and Wren perches, Shachaf soars — an animal name with Israeli coastal character.

• Alternate Spellings: Shahaf
• Potential Sibling Name:
  Anafa
  ,
  Nitzan
  ,
  Katzir
  ,
  Zayit
• Theme: animals