Sephora

Pronunciation: [ s-ehf-AWR-uh ]

Girl Name #4,059 Most Popular Hidden Gem 3 Syllables

A rare biblical name meaning bird -- wife of Moses, reimagined

Jewish American French

Elegant Spiritual Unique Sophisticated

Meaning & Origin

"bird, sparrow"

Origin: Hebrew

Language: English

"beautiful"

Origin: Hebrew

Language: Hebrew

Things to Know About This Name

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.

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

Greek Sephora

Latin Sephora

French Sephora

Hebrew Tzipporah

Spanish Séfora

Famous People Named Sephora

Zipporah

Religious

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

Quick Facts

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

Pairs Well With

Sephora Rose Sephora Grace Sephora Claire Sephora Anne Sephora Elise Sephora Joy

Sibling Names

Miriam Devorah Eliana Asher Ezra Naomi

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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.