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Leorah

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Pronounced lee-OR-uh /liˈɔːr.ə/Medium

Meaning: Leorah is a romanized form of the Hebrew Leora / Li-Ora, 'my light' (from li, 'to me,' and or, 'light'). A luminous, meaning-rich name.Medium

In 30 seconds: A radiant name: Leorah is Hebrew for 'my light' (said 'lee-OR-uh'). Bright, warm, and meaning-rich.

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Origin MediumHebrew

MeaningLeorah is a romanized form of the Hebrew Leora / Li-Ora, 'my light' (from li, 'to me,' and or, 'light'). A luminous, meaning-rich name.

U.S. rank (2024)#12849 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births7 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 38

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Leorah is a romanized form of the Hebrew Leora, 'my light,' from li ('to me') and or ('light'). It reads as a bright, meaning-rich name with soft, flowing beats (said 'lee-OR-uh').

In the U.S. it appears only rarely, mostly in Jewish families. Rare, radiant, and warm.

Did you know? Leorah comes from the Hebrew for 'my light' — joining li ('to me') with or ('light') — a luminous, romanized name with quiet warmth (said 'lee-OR-uh').

Overall data confidence 55%

References — Leorah — Hebrew Leora 'my light' (li + or); romanized

Variations

LeoraLioraLeorra

Nicknames

LeaOra

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Leorah mean?

Leorah is a romanized form of the Hebrew Leora, 'my light,' from li ('to me') and or ('light').

How do you pronounce Leorah?

It's said lee-OR-uh /liˈɔːr.ə/ — three syllables, stress on the middle.

Is Leorah a boy or girl name?

Leorah is used as a girl's name.

How popular is Leorah?

Leorah is a rare name for girls in the U.S.