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Zerah

ZEE-rah

Zerah is a girl’s name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Zerah is a Hebrew name meaning 'rising' or 'dawning'. It is a Biblical name, borne by several figures in the Old Testament.”. It currently ranks #12108 in the US, and peaked in popularity in 2015.

Letters5
Syllables2
OriginHebrew

What Zerah Means

Zerah is a Hebrew name meaning 'rising' or 'dawning'. It is a Biblical name, borne by several figures in the Old Testament.

The Story of Zerah

This name carries the promise of new beginnings, like the very first light of dawn breaking through the night.

Zerah is a name with ancient Hebrew roots, meaning 'rising' or 'dawning.' It appears in the Old Testament, borne by several figures, connecting it to biblical narratives and early Semitic cultures.

For your daughter, Zerah signifies optimism and an energetic spirit. You imagine her greeting each day with brightness and independence, a beacon of positivity radiating outward.

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Numerology

8

The Achiever

Powerful, determined, and success-oriented. Names at 8 project confidence and ambition.

Personality Traits

BrightEnergeticIndependentOptimistic

Peak Year

#9 in 2015

Total Births

102

First Recorded

2006

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