Orly
Orly is a Jewish girl name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Light for me; my light”.
| Meaning | Light for me; my light |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | אוֹרְלִי |
| Pronunciation | OR-lee |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel |
Meaning and origin of Orly
Orly comes from or, 'light', and li, 'to me', so it means 'there is light for me'. It is a modern Israeli name that was popular from the 1960s onward. In France, Orly is best known as the name of a Paris airport and a town, and the Hebrew name is unrelated. Orli is an alternative spelling.
Is Orly a Jewish name?
Orly is a modern Hebrew name with no biblical bearer, though light is a central image throughout Jewish prayer and scripture.
How popular is Orly?
Familiar in Israel, particularly for women born in the later twentieth century.
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Spellings and variants of Orly
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Orly mean?
Orly means 'Light for me; my light'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Orly a Jewish name?
Orly is a modern Hebrew name with no biblical bearer, though light is a central image throughout Jewish prayer and scripture.
How do you pronounce Orly?
Orly is pronounced OR-lee.
Is Orly a boy or girl name?
Orly is usually a girl name.