Shraga

Shraga is a masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning 'light' or 'candle.' Primarily used in Jewish communities, particularly among Ashkenazi Jews, it appears in rabbinic literature and has been passed down through generations. Traditionally, Shraga is sometimes given to boys born during Hanukkah (the Festival of Lights) or other light-associated celebrations. While relatively uncommon outside Jewish communities, the name carries deep religious and cultural significance. In Israel and among observant Jewish families worldwide, Shraga maintains steady usage, valued for its spiritual symbolism of illumination, knowledge, and divine presence. The name often appears as Feivel or Feivish in Yiddish, which are considered equivalents.

Pronounced SHRAH-guh.

As of October 2026, Shraga ranked #3369 for boys in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #3168 for boys in 2023.