Zipporah Girl

Popularity: #865 · Trend: ↗ Rising

Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: zip-OR-ah //zɪpˈɔːrə//

Origin: Hebrew

Meaning: bird; sparrow

Historical & Cultural Background

The name Zipporah has its roots in the Hebrew language, derived from the word "tzipporah," which means "bird." This etymology reflects a common practice in Hebrew naming conventions, where names often carry meanings related to nature or characteristics. The name appears in the biblical context, specifically in the Book of Exodus, where Zipporah is introduced as the wife of Moses, a central figure in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions.

The Hebrew form of the name was later transliterated into Greek as "Tsippora" and subsequently into Latin, before making its way into English through biblical translations and texts. Historically, Zipporah is noted in the narrative of Exodus, which is believed to have been composed around the 13th century BCE.

Her character is significant not only as the spouse of Moses but also as a figure who plays a crucial role in the early life of the Israelites during their exodus from Egypt. The mention of Zipporah in the context of Moses' journey highlights her importance in the biblical narrative, particularly in the circumcision episode, which underscores her agency and cultural identity.

The name has been preserved through various translations of the Bible, including the Septuagint and the King James Version, which helped solidify its presence in Western literature. Culturally, Zipporah's name has resonated through the centuries, often symbolizing strength and resilience.

In Jewish tradition, she is recognized not only as a wife but also as a mother and a protector of her family. The name has been associated with themes of faith and loyalty, reflecting the broader cultural values of the communities that have embraced it.

While diminutive forms like "Zippy" may exist, the historical significance of Zipporah remains anchored in her biblical legacy, making her a notable figure in the tapestry of religious and cultural history.

Famous people named Zipporah

In this section, you will find notable people named Zipporah. We include individuals across a wide range of fields, including actors known for their work in film, television, and stage productions. You'll also find musicians, directors, and other public figures named Zipporah who have made a significant impact on popular culture.

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Zipporah is a biblical figure best known as the wife of Moses.

Fictional characters named Zipporah

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Zipporah is a fictional character from the biblical narrative in the Book of Exodus. She is the wife of Moses and plays a significant role in his life during the Exodus of the Israelites from Egypt.

Sibling suggestions

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U.S. Historical Usage

The name Zipporah was first seen in the United States in 1912.

Zipporah has ranked as high as #3889 nationally, which occurred in 2018, and has been most popular in Texas, Florida, California, Georgia, and New York.

In the past 5 years the name Zipporah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.

Popularity Over Time (National)

The name Zipporah 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 Zipporah was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.

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 Zipporah.

Year Total Births Girl
2025 83 83
2024 57 57
2023 67 67
2022 79 79
2021 75 75
2020 62 62
2019 75 75
2018 86 86
2017 74 74
2016 70 70
2015 73 73
2014 77 77
2013 65 65
2012 61 61
2011 42 42
2010 62 62
2009 55 55
2008 60 60
2007 70 70
2006 79 79
2005 52 52
2004 56 56
2003 62 62
2002 67 67
2001 69 69
2000 68 68
1999 69 69
1998 43 43
1997 32 32
1996 44 44
1995 36 36
1994 36 36
1993 29 29
1992 37 37
1991 33 33
1990 22 22
1989 39 39
1988 28 28
1987 26 26
1986 30 30
1985 31 31
1984 32 32
1983 19 19
1982 12 12
1981 34 34
1980 21 21
1979 29 29
1978 11 11
1977 21 21
1976 17 17
1975 15 15
1974 16 16
1973 14 14
1970 6 6
1968 6 6
1966 10 10
1965 5 5
1963 11 11
1962 6 6
1960 7 7
1959 6 6
1957 5 5
1953 5 5
1951 5 5
1950 5 5
1948 5 5
1924 5 5
1923 5 5
1921 6 6
1916 7 7
1912 5 5

Top States for Zipporah (2024)

We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.

State Births Share
FL 5
33%
TX 5
33%
CA 5
33%