Tzipporah
Tzipporah is a Jewish girl name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Bird”.
| Meaning | Bird |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | צִפּוֹרָה |
| Pronunciation | tsee-po-RAH |
| Tradition | Jewish, Christian |
| Used in | Israel, United States |
Meaning and origin of Tzipporah
Tzipporah comes from the Hebrew word tzippor, 'bird', with a feminine ending. In the Book of Exodus she is the daughter of Jethro, the priest of Midian, and the wife of Moses, who bears him two sons and saves his life in a brief, mysterious episode on the road back to Egypt. English Bibles usually spell her name Zipporah, while Tzipporah or Tzipora is the transliteration preferred in Israel and in many Jewish communities.
Is Tzipporah a Jewish name?
Yes, it is a biblical name: Tzipporah is the wife of Moses in Exodus. It is used mainly by Jewish families, including Orthodox communities, and occasionally by Christians in the Zipporah spelling.
How popular is Tzipporah?
Used in Israel and in Jewish communities abroad, often shortened to Tzippy; uncommon in the wider population.
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Spellings and variants of Tzipporah
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tzipporah mean?
Tzipporah means 'Bird'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Tzipporah a Jewish name?
Yes, it is a biblical name: Tzipporah is the wife of Moses in Exodus. It is used mainly by Jewish families, including Orthodox communities, and occasionally by Christians in the Zipporah spelling.
How do you pronounce Tzipporah?
Tzipporah is pronounced tsee-po-RAH.
Is Tzipporah a boy or girl name?
Tzipporah is usually a girl name.