"bird, sparrow"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Sephora
Pronunciation: [ s-ehf-AWR-uh ]
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A rare biblical name meaning bird -- wife of Moses, reimagined
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"beautiful"
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- Sephora, the French cosmetics retail chain, is strongly associated with beauty shopping -- a non-trivial association for a given name
The Story of Sephora
Sephora is the Latinized form of Zipporah (or Tzipporah), a Hebrew name meaning bird, specifically a sparrow or small bird. Zipporah was the wife of Moses in the Hebrew Bible -- a Midianite woman whose name connects her to freedom, beauty, and lightness. The Sephora spelling comes from the Latin Vulgate Bible and Septuagint (Greek) transliteration of the Hebrew original.
Sephora is rare as a given name in English-speaking countries, though it appears more frequently in French-speaking and Sephardic Jewish communities. The French luxury cosmetics chain Sephora (founded 1969) created a strong brand association that may deter or attract parents depending on their perspective on the connection.
In Jewish tradition, Zipporah/Sephora holds an important place as the wife of Moses and mother of his children. She is notably credited in one passage with circumcising her son and thereby protecting Moses from God's wrath -- a moment that shows her as a woman of action and faith in a patriarchal text.
Historical Record
Sephora first appeared in US Social Security records in 1974.
Over 972 babies have been named Sephora in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Sephora is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #4,059 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Sephora (Zipporah) is one of the few non-Israelite women featured prominently in the Hebrew Bible
- The cosmetics chain Sephora takes its name from this biblical figure, combined with the Greek prefix seio (play/shake)
Sephora in Other Languages
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French
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Hebrew
Tzipporah
Spanish
Séfora
Popularity Over Time
#4,059
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Wife of Moses in the Hebrew Bible, a Midianite woman who played a crucial role in Moses' mission and is honored in Jewis...
Wife of Moses in the Hebrew Bible, a Midianite woman who played a crucial role in Moses' mission and is honored in Jewish, Christian, and Islamic traditions
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #4,059
- Total SSA Count
- 36
- Cultural Origins
- Jewish American French
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Sephi
Phora
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Frequently Asked Questions About Sephora
What does the name Sephora mean?
"bird, sparrow" (from Hebrew). "beautiful" (from Hebrew). Sephora is the Latinized form of Zipporah (or Tzipporah), a Hebrew name meaning bird, specifically a sparrow or small bird. Zipporah was the wife of Moses in the Hebrew Bible -- a Midianite woman whose name connects her to freedom, beauty, and lightness. The Sephora spelling comes from the Latin Vulgate Bible and Septuagint (Greek) transliteration of the Hebrew original.
What is the origin of the name Sephora?
Sephora has Hebrew, Jewish, American, and French origins. In Hebrew, it means "bird, sparrow". In Hebrew, it means "beautiful".
Is Sephora a boy or girl name?
Sephora is primarily used as a girl name.
How do you pronounce Sephora?
Sephora is pronounced s-ehf-AWR-uh.
How popular is the name Sephora?
Sephora is currently ranked #4059 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Sephora?
Common nicknames for Sephora include Sephi and Phora.
What are good middle names for Sephora?
Popular middle name pairings include Sephora Rose, Sephora Grace, Sephora Claire, Sephora Anne, Sephora Elise, and Sephora Joy.
What are good sibling names for Sephora?
Names that pair well with Sephora as siblings include Miriam, Devorah, Eliana, Asher, Ezra, and Naomi.
How many syllables does Sephora have?
Sephora has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Sephora a common or rare name?
Sephora is an uncommon name, ranked #4059 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Sephora
Sephora is a girl name with Jewish, American, and French origins . The name means "bird, sparrow" in Hebrew .
Sephora is currently ranked #4,059 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Sephora has 3 syllables and is pronounced s-ehf-AWR-uh, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Sephora include Sephi and Phora. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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