Tzipora Girl
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: tsi-POH-rah /tsɪˈpɔːrə/
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: bird
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Tzipora, derived from the Hebrew word "tsipor" meaning "bird," has its roots in ancient Semitic languages. The earliest forms of the name can be traced back to the Hebrew Bible, where it appears as the name of Moses' wife, Tzipporah, in the Book of Exodus.
This biblical connection has contributed to the name's significance within Jewish culture and tradition, as it is associated with a key figure in the narrative of the Israelites' exodus from Egypt, which is a central theme in Jewish history and identity. Historically, Tzipora has been used in various forms across different cultures and languages.
The name appears in the Septuagint, the Greek translation of the Hebrew Bible, and later in Latin texts, maintaining its association with the biblical figure. The name has also been adopted in various Jewish communities, often reflecting the cultural and linguistic influences of the regions in which these communities have lived.
Over the centuries, Tzipora has been embraced in different forms, including Tzipi, which serves as a diminutive or affectionate variant. Culturally, Tzipora symbolizes freedom and transformation, resonating with the themes of liberation found in the Exodus narrative.
The imagery of birds in many cultures often represents hope, renewal, and the soul's journey, further enriching the name's significance. The enduring legacy of Tzipora is reflected in its continued use in Jewish families, where it is often chosen to honor heritage and the stories of the past.
As a name that bridges linguistic and cultural divides, Tzipora remains a poignant reminder of the narratives that shape identity and tradition.
Fictional characters named Tzipora
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Tzipora is a fictional character from the novel Night by Elie Wiesel. She is the younger sister of the protagonist, representing innocence and the impact of the Holocaust on families.
Sibling suggestions
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Similar names
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Tzipora was first seen in the United States in 1970.
Tzipora has ranked as high as #1305 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, and New Jersey.
In the past 5 years the name Tzipora has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Tzipora is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Tzipora was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Tzipora (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NJ | 28 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Tzipora.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 55 |
| 2023 | 54 |
| 2022 | 52 |
| 2021 | 45 |
| 2020 | 51 |
| 2019 | 44 |
| 2018 | 40 |
| 2017 | 41 |
| 2016 | 43 |
| 2015 | 36 |
| 2014 | 32 |
| 2013 | 43 |
| 2012 | 33 |
| 2011 | 33 |
| 2010 | 31 |
| 2009 | 29 |
| 2008 | 31 |
| 2007 | 21 |
| 2006 | 35 |
| 2005 | 31 |
| 2004 | 24 |
| 2003 | 18 |
| 2002 | 20 |
| 2001 | 26 |
| 2000 | 26 |
| 1999 | 16 |
| 1998 | 26 |
| 1997 | 21 |
| 1996 | 21 |
| 1995 | 18 |
| 1994 | 23 |
| 1993 | 20 |
| 1992 | 12 |
| 1991 | 18 |
| 1990 | 17 |
| 1989 | 16 |
| 1988 | 16 |
| 1987 | 22 |
| 1986 | 11 |
| 1985 | 16 |
| 1984 | 16 |
| 1983 | 10 |
| 1982 | 13 |
| 1981 | 11 |
| 1980 | 10 |
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1977 | 7 |
| 1976 | 7 |
| 1974 | 8 |
| 1973 | 8 |
| 1972 | 8 |
| 1970 | 6 |