Devora vs Shira

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Shira

Girl #2,328 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"singing, hymn of praise"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Israeli Jewish

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,328
Total SSA Count
79
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate
Nicknames
Shiri

Playground Safety Score

✓ All Clear
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Popularity Comparison

Devora Rank #2,142
Shira Rank #2,328

Devora is more popular, ranked #2142 vs #2328 for Shira.

Popularity Over Time

Historical US popularity rank — lower number means more popular.

Middle Name Pairings

Devora ___

  • Devora Ruth
  • Devora Rachel
  • Devora Miriam
  • Devora Hannah
  • Devora Leah
  • Devora Sarah

Shira ___

  • Shira Leah
  • Shira Rachel
  • Shira Miriam
  • Shira Ruth
  • Shira Naomi
  • Shira Grace

Sibling Name Ideas

Names that pair well as siblings.

If you choose Devora

Miriam Leah Esther Yosef Avraham

If you choose Shira

Talia Dania Noa Yael Lior

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Devora or Shira more popular?

Devora is more popular, ranked #2142 compared to Shira at #2328 in the United States.

What do Devora and Shira mean?

Devora means "bee" (Hebrew origin). Shira means "singing, hymn of praise" (Hebrew origin).

Are Devora and Shira boy or girl names?

Devora is primarily a girl name. Shira is primarily a girl name.

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