Tzipora

Meaning of Tzipora

Tzipora is a Hebrew feminine name meaning “bird,” most famously borne by Zipporah, the Midianite wife of Moses in the Hebrew Bible. Pronounced /tsiˈpo.ra/, it conveys independence rooted in ancient tradition. In the United States, Tzipora has maintained a modest yet consistent presence—55 newborns in 2024, ranking 895th—following annual counts of roughly 40 to 60 over the past five years. This steady usage suggests a preference for a name rich in cultural heritage but uncommon enough to reduce the chance of encountering another Tzipora in school. Its biblical association imparts quiet strength, and its meaning simply translates to “bird” in Hebrew.

Pronunciation

Hebrew

• Pronunced as tsi-po-ra (/tsi'po.ra/)

• Tzipporah
• Zipporah
• Tziporah
• Tzippora