Devora
Devora is a Jewish girl name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Bee”.
| Meaning | Bee |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | דְּבוֹרָה |
| Pronunciation | duh-VOR-ah |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel, United States |
Meaning and origin of Devora
Devora is a transliteration of the Hebrew Devorah, 'bee', the same name that English Bibles render as Deborah. In the Book of Judges, Deborah is a prophetess and judge who led Israel to victory over the Canaanite general Sisera. This spelling follows Modern Hebrew pronunciation, where the middle letter is sounded as 'v'. It is used in Israel and by Jewish families elsewhere, sometimes shortened to Dvora.
Is Devora a Jewish name?
Devora is the Hebrew form of the biblical Deborah; she is honoured as a prophetess in Jewish tradition.
How popular is Devora?
Used in Israel and in Jewish communities.
Gifts with the name Devora
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Devora mean?
Devora means 'Bee'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Devora a Jewish name?
Devora is the Hebrew form of the biblical Deborah; she is honoured as a prophetess in Jewish tradition.
How do you pronounce Devora?
Devora is pronounced duh-VOR-ah.
Is Devora a boy or girl name?
Devora is usually a girl name.