Tzippy
Tzippy is a Jewish girl name of Hebrew origin, meaning “Bird”.
| Meaning | Bird |
|---|---|
| Gender | Girl |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | צִיפִּי |
| Pronunciation | TSIP-ee |
| Tradition | Jewish |
| Used in | Israel, United States |
Meaning and origin of Tzippy
Tzippy is a pet form of Tzipporah, from Hebrew tzippor, 'bird'. Zipporah was the daughter of Jethro, priest of Midian, and the wife of Moses, as told in Exodus. The nickname Tzippy, or Tzipi, is very common in Israel and among Orthodox families; the politician Tzipi Livni is a well-known bearer.
Is Tzippy a Jewish name?
Tzippy is short for Tzipporah, the biblical wife of Moses.
How popular is Tzippy?
Common as a nickname in Israel and Orthodox communities.
Gifts with the name Tzippy
- Tzippy name necklaces & bracelets (Amazon)
- Personalised Tzippy baby gifts (Amazon)
- Jewish baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Spellings and variants of Tzippy
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Tzippy mean?
Tzippy means 'Bird'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Tzippy a Jewish name?
Tzippy is short for Tzipporah, the biblical wife of Moses.
How do you pronounce Tzippy?
Tzippy is pronounced TSIP-ee.
Is Tzippy a boy or girl name?
Tzippy is usually a girl name.