Zorah

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Zorah Pronunciation

Zorah is pronounced ZOR-ah /ˈzɔr.ɑ/Medium

Meaning: Linked to Arabic Zohra, 'dawn, brilliant star (Venus)', and to the biblical town Zorah; routes layeredLow

In 30 seconds: Dawn and bright star both: Zorah echoes Arabic Zohra — the morning star, Venus — and a biblical town. Luminous, exotic, and softly grand.

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Origin MediumArabic, Hebrew

MeaningLinked to Arabic Zohra, 'dawn, brilliant star (Venus)', and to the biblical town Zorah; routes layered

U.S. rank (2024)#4027 ↘ Falling

2024 U.S. births37 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)

Peak year2023

Total births (all-time)≈ 481

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

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

History & Origin

Zorah links to Arabic Zohra, 'dawn, the bright star Venus', and to the biblical town of Zorah, Samson's birthplace (routes layered, which we note). The -ah spelling gives it a soft, radiant finish.

It registers thinly in records. Rare, dawn-or-star at the root, and luminous.

Did you know? Zohra is an Arabic name for the planet Venus, the brilliant 'morning star' — and Zorah is also the biblical hometown of Samson; the name shimmers two ways.

Overall data confidence 62%

References — Zohra/Zorah — routes layered

Variations

ZohraZaraZahra

Nicknames

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Zorah?

Zorah is pronounced ZOR-ah (/ˈzɔr.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Zorah said aloud.

How do you say Zorah?

Zorah is said ZOR-ah (/ˈzɔr.ɑ/). Press play above to hear Zorah said aloud.

What does the name Zorah mean?

Zorah links to Arabic Zohra, 'dawn/Venus', and to a biblical town; the routes are layered.

Is Zorah a boy or girl name?

Zorah is a girl's name.

How popular is Zorah?

Zorah is a rare name in the U.S.