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שירה


Meaning of the name שירה

Shira is a classic and deeply moving Hebrew name that carries the profound meaning of song, poetry, and hymn of praise. The name derives from the Hebrew root "Sh.Y.R" which appears numerous times in the Bible, describing the act of singing and making music as an expression of joy, gratitude, and spiritual elevation. In Jewish culture, song has always been a central means of expressing deep emotions, from the Song of the Sea after the Exodus from Egypt to King David's Psalms. The name Shira conveys a sense of lightness, spiritual beauty, and the ability to convey emotions through art and creation. The name Shira gained significant popularity in Israel starting in the 1970s and 1980s, becoming one of the most beloved and common names for girls. It combines tradition with modernity - on one hand, it is deeply rooted in ancient Jewish sources, while on the other hand, it sounds gentle, refined, and suited to the modern ear. The name is short, easy to pronounce and write, and has a special musical sound that fits its meaning perfectly. Women named Shira are often perceived as having creative personalities, emotional sensitivity, and the ability to express themselves in artistic and moving ways. From a cultural and spiritual perspective, the name Shira symbolizes the connection between humans and the Creator through song and prayer. In the Bible, song is a means of thanking God, praising Him, and expressing faith and trust. The Song of the Sea, the Song of Deborah, and the Psalms are central examples of the power of song as a spiritual tool. The name Shira gives its bearer an identity of a woman with a sensitive soul, capable of seeing beauty in the world and expressing it in various ways. It reminds us of the importance of joy and gratitude in life, and the ability to sing even in difficult times, as an expression of faith and hope.

The name שירה with vowels

שִׁירָה

The name שירה in English

Shira | Shirah | Sheerah

שירה is mainly suitable for

Girl

Is the name שירה considered international

No

Origin of the name שירה from the Bible

Exodus 15:1 - Then Moses and the children of Israel sang this song to the Lord, and they spoke, saying, I will sing to the Lord, for very exalted is He

Origin of the name שירה from Kabbalah

In Kabbalah, the name Shira carries deep meaning of spiritual elevation and connection to the higher sefirot. Song is considered one of the most powerful spiritual tools for awakening the soul and connecting to sources of holiness. The letter Hey at the end of the name adds a dimension of divinity and the presence of the Shechina, transforming the name into an expression of holy song that connects the physical world to the higher realms.

Gematria value for the name שירה

515

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300

ש

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10

י

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200

ר

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5

ה

Numerology value for the name שירה

2

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300

ש

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10

י

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200

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5

ה

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515

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5

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1

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5

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11

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1

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1

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2

Famous people named שירה

Shira Haas - Israeli actress | Shira Lazar - Canadian television personality | Shira Geffen - Israeli actress and singer | Shira Piven - American film director

Names similar to שירה

Total times the name שירה was registered

36513 times

Graph of the name שירה

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