Ziora

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Pronounced zee-OR-ah /ziˈɔː.rə/Medium

Meaning: Likely derived from Hebrew zohar (זֹהַר) meaning 'light', 'radiance', or 'brightness'; possibly a variant or creative elaboration of Zora or ZohraMedium

In 30 seconds: Ziora is a rare and modern name most likely derived from Hebrew roots meaning light or radiance. It may be a variant of Zora or an elaboration of the Hebrew zohar, and carries a luminous, distinctive quality.

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Origin MediumHebrew

MeaningLikely derived from Hebrew zohar (זֹהַר) meaning 'light', 'radiance', or 'brightness'; possibly a variant or creative elaboration of Zora or Zohra

U.S. rank (2025)#6834 ↘ Falling

2025 U.S. births17 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 102

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

Ziora is a rare given name of probable Hebrew origin. It appears related to Zora (from Hebrew tzahar or zohar, meaning 'light' or 'radiance') or the Arabic Zohra, which shares the luminous meaning. The name may also be a modern creative elaboration combining elements of familiar Hebrew names. Its exact etymology is difficult to pin down with certainty given its rarity.

Ziora is a very rare name with minimal documented historical use, suggesting it may be a modern coinage or highly localized name. Its sound is distinctive and multicultural — recognizable as Semitic in structure, with the initial Z providing boldness and the flowing ending softening it. Parents drawn to unusual Z-names with spiritual, luminous meanings may be drawn to Ziora.

Did you know? The Hebrew word zohar (זֹהַר), which likely underlies the name Ziora, is most famous as the name of the central text of Jewish mysticism — The Zohar — a foundational work of Kabbalah written in the 13th century.

Overall data confidence 62%

Hebrew name databases — Zora/Zohar root, light and radiance meaningBabyNames.com and similar registries — limited documentation of Ziora as a distinct name

Variations

ZoraZohraZahira

Nicknames

ZiZioOra

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Ziora mean?

Ziora likely means light or radiance, related to Hebrew zohar and the name Zora, though its exact etymology is uncertain given its rarity.

How do you pronounce Ziora?

It is pronounced zee-OR-ah, with three syllables and stress on the second.

Is Ziora a boy or girl name?

Ziora is used as a girl's name, in the tradition of Hebrew and Semitic feminine names ending in -a.

How popular is Ziora?

Ziora is a very rare name with almost no documented historical use, making it highly distinctive for a daughter.