415+ Hebrew Girl Names

  1. Ofra
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "fawn"
    • Description:

      The name of a famous Israeli singer, Ofra Haza, but here it would be confused with Oprah.
  2. Jacobina
    • Origin:

      English, Scottish, and Dutch feminization of Jacob, Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "supplanter"
    • Description:

      Another, more feminine, female form of Jacob sometimes heard in Scotland.
  3. Jethra
    • Origin:

      Feminization of Jethro, Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "excellence"
    • Description:

      Rare and ethereal.
  4. Emmet
    • Origin:

      English; Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "universal; truth"
    • Description:

      Emmet is usually the boys' form of the names Emma, but it might work for a girl too if Emma and Emily are too overused for you.
  5. Samala
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "requested of God"
    • Description:

      Though pleasant enough, Samala is sure to require lots of explanation.
  6. Jobina
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "persecuted"
    • Description:

      Jobina may be the female version of Job, but it doesn't carry the same negative weight as that of the biblical martyr -- in fact, few would get the connection. Joby is its perky and unusual nickname.
  7. Raanana
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "beautiful, fresh"
    • Description:

      Lovely Hebrew name with distinctive double a's, but beware of possible "banana" teasing.
  8. Jadon
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "God has heard"
    • Description:

      Though this name is beginning to be added for girls, it's not usually in the classic Biblical form. Most parents would use Jaden or other more "creative" spellings such as Jaidyn.
  9. Selima
    • Origin:

      Hebrew
    • Meaning:

      "tranquil"
    • Description:

      Could be confused with Selina/Selena.
  10. Shalailah
    • Origin:

      Possible feminine form of Shelal
    • Meaning:

      "petition"
    • Description:

      Shalailah is a soft name made most familiar by journalist Shalailah Medhora. Given the popularity of Layla and all her variants, Shalailah has potential for parents looking for something off the beaten track.
  11. Tzophiah
    • Odeda
      • Origin:

        Hebrew
      • Meaning:

        "courageous"
      • Description:

        Virtually unknown in this country, has an interesting, rhythmic feel.
    • Nagida
      • Origin:

        Hebrew
      • Meaning:

        "prosperous, successful"
      • Description:

        Hebrew name with a bountiful meaning but a less-than-attractive sound.
    • Shoushan
      • Origin:

        Hebrew
      • Meaning:

        "lily"
      • Description:

        Shoushan is a romantic member of the Susan/Susannah/Shoshana family — rhythmic and melodic.
    • Ranita
      • Origin:

        Hebrew
      • Meaning:

        "song"
      • Description:

        Delicate embellishment of Rani.
    • Talma
      • Origin:

        Hebrew
      • Meaning:

        "hill, mound"
      • Description:

        A not particularly happy marriage of Thelma and Alma.
    • Tziamarnit
      • Gavrilla