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Leora

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Pronounced lee-OR-uh /liΛˆΙ”Λr.Ι™/Medium

Meaning: from Hebrew, a variant of Liora, derived from 'li' ('to me') and 'or' ('light'), meaning 'my light'; also associated with Greek-derived names meaning 'light'Medium

In 30 seconds: Leora comes from Hebrew as a variant of Liora, blending 'li' (to me) and 'or' (light) to mean 'my light'.
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Origin MediumHebrew
Meaningfrom Hebrew, a variant of Liora, derived from 'li' ('to me') and 'or' ('light'), meaning 'my light'; also associated with Greek-derived names meaning 'light'
U.S. rank (2024)#1529 β†— Rising
2024 U.S. births140 girls (0.01% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1921
Total births (all-time)β‰ˆ 11,955

Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data

peak 192118802024

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

In Hebrew, Liora joins the words for 'to me' and 'light', and Leora is the smoothed-out form of that phrase, carrying the sense of 'my light'. The name is well established in Jewish naming. It is sometimes also linked to Greek-derived names meaning 'light', which echo its core idea even from a different source.

The pronunciation flows in three open vowels, which gives it a gentle, lyrical feel. Its meaning ties it to the broader group of Hebrew light-names like Liora and Ora.

Did you know? The meaning usually attached to Leora is 'origin uncertain', and that core idea is what gives the name most of its long-term appeal.
Overall data confidence 70%
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If you like Leora…

Lioraβ€” the parent Hebrew form Leora streamlines
Elioraβ€” another Hebrew name combining light with a longer prefix
Noaβ€” a Hebrew girl's name in the same naming tradition

Frequently Asked

What does the name Leora mean?

Leora is usually explained as meaning 'origin uncertain' and is most often linked with Jewish tradition.

How do you pronounce Leora?

It's commonly said lee-OR-uh /liΛˆΙ”Λr.Ι™/.

Is Leora a boy or girl name?

In this batch and in recent U.S. usage data, Leora is used as a girl name.

How popular is Leora?

In 2024, Leora ranked #1529 in the U.S. for girls, with 140 births recorded.