Hebrew Girl Names

Virtually unknown in this country, has an interesting, rhythmic feel.

Feminine but strong name heard in Israel.

Sultry name given added interest by that double 'a'.

Selima might be confused with Selina, but it's an appealing spin on that classic with a lovely meaning.

Affable and creative and perfectly able to stand alone; nothing Scroogish about it.

A French name that's lost its chic.

Sami is cute if overused in its more familiar Sammy form.

Another, more feminine, female form of Jacob sometimes heard in Scotland.

Often heard in Israel, spelled with or without the final h.

Appreciated by religious Jews for its connection to "Hatikva," the Israeli national anthem.

Rahel is an alternative spelling of Rachel, used mostly used in Germany, Estonia, and Switzerland, though it might also be considered an Assyrian and Turkish form and a Hindi form (also written as Raahel). Gentle but solid, it is an appealing international choice.

More than the sum of Abby and Ella.

Short form used in Israel; the v makes it more vivid and unusual.

Lisa was one of the first names to spawn a range of variations, and this is one, sometimes pronounced lee-sha. The original is simpler and prettier.

Niria is the female equivalent of Nir and may also be found as Nira. This simple, pleasant name has an earthy meaning.

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.

Identified with a region famous for its gold, more commonly spelled Ophira.

A bit blunt.