Tzipora
Tzipora is a Jewish girl name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Bird”.
| Meaning | Bird |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | צִפּוֹרָה |
| Pronunciation | tsee-POH-rah |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel, United States |
Meaning and origin of Tzipora
Tzipora is the Hebrew for 'bird', the feminine of tzippor. In the Book of Exodus, Zipporah is the daughter of Jethro, priest of Midian, and the wife of Moses, who saves his life in a mysterious episode on the way to Egypt. The name has long been popular in Jewish families and is often shortened to Tzippy or Tzipi, as with Israeli politician Tzipi Livni. Its Yiddish counterpart is Feige.
Is Tzipora a Jewish name?
Tzipora is the biblical Zipporah, wife of Moses, who appears in Exodus 2 and 4, and is a traditional Jewish name.
How popular is Tzipora?
Common in Orthodox Jewish families and in Israel.
Gifts with the name Tzipora
- Tzipora name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Tzipora baby gifts (Amazon)
- Jewish baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Tzipora
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tzipora mean?
Tzipora means 'Bird'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Tzipora a Jewish name?
Tzipora is the biblical Zipporah, wife of Moses, who appears in Exodus 2 and 4, and is a traditional Jewish name.
How do you pronounce Tzipora?
Tzipora is pronounced tsee-POH-rah.
Is Tzipora a boy or girl name?
Tzipora is usually a girl name.