Tzippora
Tzippora 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 Tzippora
Tzippora comes from the Hebrew tzippor, 'bird'. In the Book of Exodus, Zipporah is the daughter of Jethro, the priest of Midian, and the wife of Moses, who saves him during a mysterious episode on the road to Egypt. The name has long been used by Jewish families and is common among Orthodox Jews, often shortened to Tzippy. Its usual English spelling is Zipporah.
Is Tzippora a Jewish name?
Yes, it is a biblical name: Zipporah is the wife of Moses in Exodus. It is used mainly by Jewish families.
How popular is Tzippora?
Common among Orthodox Jewish families in Israel and abroad.
Gifts with the name Tzippora
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- Jewish baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Tzippora
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tzippora mean?
Tzippora means 'Bird'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Tzippora a Jewish name?
Yes, it is a biblical name: Zipporah is the wife of Moses in Exodus. It is used mainly by Jewish families.
How do you pronounce Tzippora?
Tzippora is pronounced tsee-POH-rah.
Is Tzippora a boy or girl name?
Tzippora is usually a girl name.