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Tziporah

tsee-POH-rah

Tziporah is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Hebrew name meaning 'bird'.”. It currently ranks #3558 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2021.

Letters8
Syllables3
OriginHebrew

What Tziporah Means

Hebrew name meaning 'bird'.

The Story of Tziporah

This name, whispered in ancient texts, evokes the image of a delicate bird in flight, a spirit both free and divinely guided.

Tziporah is a Hebrew name meaning 'bird.' It is most famously known as the wife of Moses in the Old Testament, a figure of grace and resilience. The name’s journey from ancient Israel, carried through scripture and religious tradition, connects it to a deep spiritual heritage, suggesting flight and freedom.

There is a lyrical quality to 'Tziporah' that feels like a melody sung on the wind. When you write it on your daughter's birth certificate, it’s a graceful flourish. This name suggests a spirit that is both spirited and intelligent, a gentle presence with an unshakeable core. You imagine her soaring through life, independent and graceful, leaving a trail of beauty.

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Numerology

6

The Nurturer

Caring, responsible, and loving. Names at 6 resonate with warmth and family devotion.

Famous Namesakes

  • Zipporah

    Wife of Moses in the Bible

Personality Traits

gracefulindependentspiritedintelligent

Spelling Variations

Peak Year

#55 in 2021

Total Births

1,062

First Recorded

1970

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