Hebrew Girl Names
- Tikvah
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"hope"Description:
Appreciated by religious Jews for its connection to "Hatikva," the Israeli national anthem.
- Erga
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"yearning, craving"
- Jacoba
Origin:
Hebrew, feminine variation of JacobDescription:
Now that Jacob has been the top boys' name for several years, this may come to the fore, the way Michaela did after Michael's long reign at Number One. For now, it's one of the more unusual girl names starting with J.
- Bethenny
Origin:
Spelling variation of Bethany, HebrewMeaning:
"house of figs"Description:
Bethenny is the spelling introduced to the world by and closely associated with Real Housewife of New York Bethenny Frankel. While the name has a bit of charm, we recommend sticking with the original Bethany spelling.
- Raphia
Description:
Raphia is a feminine name with botanical origins, referring to a genus of palm trees native to tropical regions of Africa and Asia. The name has a melodic quality with its flowing sounds. While uncommon as a given name, Raphia carries natural associations with strength and resilience, as raphia palms are known for their sturdy fibers used in traditional crafts and construction. The name may also relate to 'Rapha,' a Hebrew word meaning 'healing,' giving it potential spiritual significance. Raphia has cross-cultural appeal with its natural imagery and pleasant phonetics. The name remains rare, making it an distinctive choice for parents seeking a unique botanical name with an exotic feel and natural symbolism.
- Chaka
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"life"Description:
We all know that Chaka really means disco.
- Erelah
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"angel"Description:
Erelah (and Erela and Erella) are feminine forms of the Hebrew unisex name Erel, which may be derived from Ariel.
- Gavrilla
Description:
Gavrilla is a feminine variant of the Hebrew name Gabriel, meaning 'God is my strength.' While Gabriel has the more common feminine form Gabriella, Gavrilla offers a closer phonetic connection to the original Hebrew pronunciation (Gavri'el). This uncommon name carries the powerful religious associations of its root name—Gabriel being one of the archangels in Judeo-Christian and Islamic traditions. Gavrilla combines biblical gravitas with a distinctively feminine ending, creating a name that sounds both ancient and fresh. The name remains quite rare in English-speaking countries but may have more usage in Russian, Hebrew, or other Eastern European naming traditions. It appeals to parents seeking a spiritual name with strong meaning that isn't commonly heard.
- Jacobina
Origin:
English, Scottish, and Dutch feminization of Jacob, HebrewMeaning:
"supplanter"Description:
Another, more feminine, female form of Jacob sometimes heard in Scotland.
- Jaffa
Origin:
Hebrew place-nameMeaning:
"beautiful"Description:
A pleasant and adaptable place name for a part of Tel Aviv.
- Elula
Origin:
Hebrew, female form of Elul, month nameDescription:
Elula, female derivation of Elul, the name of the sixth month on the Hebrew calendar, was used by Isla Fisher and Sacha Baron Cohen for their second daughter. The couple kept their unusual choice under wraps for several months, perhaps to get a head start on the hordes of fans who might adopt the fashionable-yet-unusual double-l name for their own. Reminiscent of (though not actually related to) Eulala, the stylish pick of Marcia Gay Harden for her daughter. Lula, Lulu, or Lu could be short forms.
- Moselle
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"drawn from the water"Description:
Feminine spin on Moses and European river name that's also the name of a wine.
- Shalailah
Origin:
Possible feminine form of ShelalMeaning:
"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.
- Saralee
Origin:
Composite of Sara and LeeMeaning:
"princess; meadow"Description:
The cake company pretty much knocked this otherwise-pretty compilation name out of consideration for most parents.
- Leeza
Origin:
Hebrew, diminutive of AleezaDescription:
Leeza may feel like the flagging Lisa or Liza, but its pronunciation is a hybrid of the two and it's a name that's distinct on its own.
- Paziah
Origin:
HebrewMeaning:
"the gold of Jehovah"Description:
Often heard in Israel, spelled with or without the final h.
- Eban
Origin:
Hebrew, pet form of EbenezerMeaning:
"stone of help"Description:
Affable and creative and perfectly able to stand alone; nothing Scroogish about it.
- Tziamarnit
Description:
Tziamarnit is a feminine name that appears to have indigenous origins, possibly Inuit or another Arctic culture. Names in these traditions often connect to natural elements, spiritual concepts, or important cultural values. While extremely rare in global usage, Tziamarnit represents the rich naming traditions of northern indigenous peoples. The name's distinctive phonetic pattern makes it stand out in most cultural contexts. Names from indigenous Arctic traditions often carry deep meanings related to the natural world, ancestral wisdom, or community values, though specific meanings can vary significantly by dialect and region. The preservation and use of such traditional names helps maintain cultural heritage and linguistic diversity.
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