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זהרה


Meaning of the name זהרה

Zohara is a classic and magnificent Hebrew feminine name that carries within it all the radiance and brilliance of pure light. The name derives from the root Z-H-R, which appears in the Bible and rabbinic literature with various meanings related to radiance, brightness, and illumination. In Biblical Hebrew, the word "zohar" describes divine radiance, the spiritual light that shines in darkness, and the special brilliance that characterizes precious things. The name Zohara gives its bearer a sense of luminous presence, of a woman who brings light and joy to every place she finds herself. In Jewish tradition, the concept of "zohar" is closely connected to the Sefer HaZohar (Book of Splendor), one of the foundational works of Jewish Kabbalah, written by Rabbi Shimon bar Yochai in the second century CE. The Zohar deals with the secrets of the Torah, the spiritual dimensions of reality, and the ways to approach divine light. The name Zohara, therefore, carries not only a physical meaning of light and brilliance, but also a deep spiritual meaning of inner illumination, wisdom, and spiritual elevation. A woman bearing this name is perceived as one who possesses qualities of mental clarity, radiant inner beauty, and the ability to illuminate the path of others. The name Zohara was particularly common in Jewish communities in the Middle East and North Africa, where it was considered a traditional and beloved name. In countries like Morocco, Tunisia, Iraq, and Yemen, the name Zohara was especially prevalent, given to daughters as an expression of hope that they would be radiant and beautiful, bringing light and joy to their families. With the great immigration to Israel in the twentieth century, the name arrived in the country and became part of the Israeli cultural landscape. Today, Zohara is considered a classic and dignified name that combines ancient tradition with delicate and eternal beauty. It suits a woman with a strong and prominent personality, a woman who has something special that attracts attention and inspires admiration.

The name זהרה with vowels

זָהֳרָה

The name זהרה in English

Zohara | Zahara | Zohar

זהרה is mainly suitable for

Girl

Is the name זהרה considered international

No

Origin of the name זהרה from the Bible

Daniel 12:3 - And they that are wise shall shine as the brightness of the firmament

Origin of the name זהרה from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, Zohara represents the divine light illuminating the world, the feminine Shekhinah, and the spiritual dimension of beauty and purity. The name is connected to the Sefirah of Tiferet, which balances Chesed and Gevurah, symbolizing harmony and illumination.

Gematria value for the name זהרה

217

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7

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5

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200

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5

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Numerology value for the name זהרה

1

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7

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5

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200

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5

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217

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1

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7

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10

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1

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1

Famous people named זהרה

Zahara Jolie-Pitt - daughter of Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt | Zahara (South African singer) - renowned vocalist | Zohara Hieronimus - American author and activist

Names similar to זהרה

Total times the name זהרה was registered

1271 times

Graph of the name זהרה

* Source: Central Bureau of Statistics. As of April 2022

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