What is the origin of the name Zohara?

Zohara is a name of Hebrew origin.

How popular is the name Zohara?

Zohara is currently ranked #9515 in the United States and is rising in popularity.

How do you pronounce Zohara?

Zohara is pronounced zoh-HAH-rah.

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GirlHebrew

Zohara

zoh-HAH-rah

Popularity

#9515

rising

Letters

Syllables

Origin

Hebrew

Total Births

109

Peak Year

#14 in 2023

First Recorded

2006

Style

Spiritual & Biblical, Modern & Trendy

Spelling

Moderate spelling

What It Means

Derived from the Hebrew word 'zohar' meaning 'light' or 'brilliance'.

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Zoey Zoe Zara Hara

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Numerology

The Seeker

Wise, introspective, and spiritual. These names carry depth and a quiet inner power.

Nicknames

Zoey Zoe Zara Hara

Spelling Variations

Zohar Zohara

Similar Names

Shira Noor Liora Leora Aviva

Personality Traits

BrightIntelligentWarmOptimistic

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