"bee"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Devora
Girl Name
#2,142 Most Popular
Hidden Gem
3 Syllables
A biblical bee — wise, industrious, and timeless
Jewish
Israeli
Eastern European
Traditional
Spiritual
Classic
Meaning & Origin
"industrious, wise"
Origin: Hebrew symbolic
Language: English
The Story of Devora
Devora is the Hebrew form of Deborah, derived from the Hebrew word for bee. In the ancient world, bees symbolized wisdom, industriousness, and sweetness. The name appears in the Hebrew Bible as a prophetess and judge of ancient Israel, one of the most powerful women in biblical narrative.
Devora remains popular in Jewish and Israeli communities as the authentic Hebrew form of the biblical name Deborah. Its use persists across generations as a connection to Jewish heritage and the biblical prophetess.
In Jewish tradition, Devora was a prophet, judge, and military leader who led Israel to victory against the Canaanites as described in the Book of Judges. Her Song of Deborah is one of the oldest texts in the Hebrew Bible.
Fun Facts
- Devora/Deborah is one of only five female prophets named in the Hebrew Bible
- The bee symbolism connects to ancient Near Eastern associations of bees with wisdom and royalty
- The Song of Deborah in Judges 5 is considered one of the oldest passages in the entire Bible
Devora in Other Languages
Arabic
Dabura
English
Deborah
Italian
Debora
Spanish
Debora
Yiddish
Devorah
Famous People Named Devora
D
Devora Omer
Writer
1932
Israeli author of over 200 books for children and young adults
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Deborah the Prophetess
Religious
Judge and prophetess of ancient Israel, led military victory against the Canaanites
Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #2,142
- Total SSA Count
- 89
- Cultural Origins
- Jewish Israeli Eastern European
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Alternative Spellings
Common Nicknames
Dev
Devi
Dora
Pairs Well With
Devora Ruth
Devora Rachel
Devora Miriam
Devora Hannah
Devora Leah
Devora Sarah
Devora Esther
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Frequently Asked Questions About Devora
What does the name Devora mean?
"bee" (from Hebrew). "industrious, wise" (from Hebrew symbolic). Devora is the Hebrew form of Deborah, derived from the Hebrew word for bee. In the ancient world, bees symbolized wisdom, industriousness, and sweetness. The name appears in the Hebrew Bible as a prophetess and judge of ancient Israel, one of the most powerful women in biblical narrative.
What is the origin of the name Devora?
Devora has Hebrew, Hebrew symbolic, Jewish, Israeli, and Eastern European origins. In Hebrew, it means "bee". In Hebrew symbolic, it means "industrious, wise".
Is Devora a boy or girl name?
Devora is primarily used as a girl name.
How popular is the name Devora?
Devora is currently ranked #2142 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Devora?
Common nicknames for Devora include Dev, Devi, and Dora.
What are good middle names for Devora?
Popular middle name pairings include Devora Ruth, Devora Rachel, Devora Miriam, Devora Hannah, Devora Leah, Devora Sarah, and Devora Esther.
What are good sibling names for Devora?
Names that pair well with Devora as siblings include Miriam, Leah, Esther, Yosef, Avraham, Rivka, and Rachel.
How many syllables does Devora have?
Devora has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Devora a common or rare name?
Devora is an uncommon name, ranked #2142 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Devora
Devora is a girl name with Jewish, Israeli, and Eastern European origins . The name means "bee" in Hebrew .
Devora is currently ranked #2,142 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Devora has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Devora include Dev, Devi, and Dora. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Devora include Devorah, Devon . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.