Orpah Girl
Origin(s)
PronunciationOR-pah / /ˈɔːr.pə/Hebrew
Meaning
fawn; young deer
Historical & Cultural Background
Orpah is a name of Hebrew origin found in the Bible. In the Book of Ruth, Orpah is the daughter-in-law of Naomi who chooses to return to her people after the death of her husband. The name has been less commonly used in modern times compared to its biblical counterpart, Ruth. It reflects themes of loyalty and choice in the context of familial relationships.
Trend Summary
Orpah has remained a rare name in the United States, with very few occurrences in recent years.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Orpah was first seen in the United States in 1899. Orpah has ranked as high as #895 nationally, which occurred in 1923, and has no trending data available at the state level. There is not enough recent data to evaluate a 5-year trend.
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Popularity Over Time (National)
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1899 | 5 |
| 1911 | 5 |
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1916 | 7 |
| 1917 | 6 |
| 1918 | 6 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1920 | 7 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1922 | 10 |
| 1923 | 15 |
| 1925 | 10 |
| 1927 | 8 |
| 1950 | 5 |