Orfa
Meaning of Orfa
Orfa is a unique and beautiful name for a baby girl. It has an English pronunciation of OR-fuh (/ɒrˈfə/). The name Orfa is also sometimes spelled as Orpah.
The origin of the name Orfa can be traced back to biblical times. In the Bible, Orfa was one of the daughters-in-law of Naomi, who was known for her loyalty and devotion. Despite being married to Naomi's son, Orfa ultimately decided to return to her homeland after his death. This story highlights the importance of making difficult choices and staying true to oneself.
Although not very common, there have been occurrences of newborns named Orfa in the United States over the years. In 1993, there were five babies given this name, with a rank of 13,440. In 1989 and 1949, there were also five babies named Orfa, but with different rankings.
Choosing the name Orfa for your little girl will give her a meaningful and distinctive identity that stands out from the crowd.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as OR-fuh (/ɒrˈfə/)
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Notable People Named Orfa
| Orfa Jean Shontz was an American attorney and Municipal Judge, known for being the first female referee of the Juvenile Court of Los Angeles County and the first female in California to "sit on the bench and administer justice". |
