Kfir

kuh'feer

Hebrew

"lion cub"

Kfir Origin and Meaning

The name Kfir is a boy's name meaning "lion cub".

While English speakers might think of the fermented milk drink (kefir) and Arabic speakers might be reminded of kafir (meaning "infidel"), Kfir is a Hebrew name with a leonine meaning. Sometimes appearing as Kfeer, it is a familiar choice in Israel.

Famous People Named Kfir

• Kfir Bibas Israeli baby murdered in captivity, made famous by his and his brother Ariel's bright red hair