Shimuel

Shimuel is a masculine given name of Hebrew origin, a variant of Shmuel (Samuel). It is used in some Jewish communities and in diaspora contexts when rendering Hebrew names into Latin-script forms.

Etymology: Shimuel derives from the Hebrew שמואל (Shemu'el), a theophoric name meaning "God has heard" or "God has listened." The element El refers to God, combined with a root related to hearing.

Usage: In modern times, Shimuel is less common than Shmuel or Samuel, but it appears in historical records and in families seeking variant spellings. The spelling often reflects linguistic conventions in a community or family, rather than a strict standard.

Variants and related names: Shmuel, Shmu'el, Samuel, Samuil, Semuel. The choice of spelling typically mirrors local orthography and transliteration practices.