Dror
Dror is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Freedom; swallow”.
| Meaning | Freedom; swallow |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | דְּרוֹר |
| Pronunciation | DROR |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel |
Meaning and origin of Dror
Dror is a Hebrew word with two meanings. In the Bible it means liberty, as in Leviticus 25:10, 'proclaim liberty throughout the land', the verse on the Liberty Bell. It is also the name of a bird, a swallow in older Hebrew and the house sparrow in modern Israeli usage. The name became popular in Israel in the twentieth century and is mostly given to boys.
Is Dror a Jewish name?
Dror is a Jewish name used mainly in Israel. Its sense of liberty comes from the biblical Jubilee year, and it appears in the Shabbat song Dror Yikra.
How popular is Dror?
A familiar name in Israel, uncommon elsewhere.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Dror mean?
Dror means 'Freedom; swallow'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Dror a Jewish name?
Dror is a Jewish name used mainly in Israel. Its sense of liberty comes from the biblical Jubilee year, and it appears in the Shabbat song Dror Yikra.
How do you pronounce Dror?
Dror is pronounced DROR.
Is Dror a boy or girl name?
Dror is usually a boy name.