shek·el (shĕk′əl) n. 1. a.Any of several ancient units of weight, especially a Hebrew unit equal to about a half ounce. b.A gold or silver coin equal in weight to one of these units, especially the chief silver coin of the ancient Hebrews. ...
As Kal-el is a fictional name, it does not have a specific linguistic origin. However, the name is believed to have been inspired by Hebrew and Semitic languages. The suffix '-el' is a common element in Hebrew names, meaning 'God' or 'divine'. This addition adds a sense of power ...