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Christian Name Meaning & Origin Guide

Ophira

Abundance, preciousness

Pronunciation: oh-FEE-ruh (/oʊˈfiːrə/)

Girl Name Biblical origin Popularity 65
Meaning
Abundance, preciousness
Origin
Biblical
Lucky Number
11
Lucky Day
Thursday
Lucky Stone
Carnelian
Life Path
3
Popularity Score
65
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek
Lucky Colors: PinkGold

What does Ophira mean?

In Hebrew, Ophira means 'abundance, preciousness'. It's derived from the Hebrew root 'ophar', meaning 'treasure'. In the Bible, the name Ophira is mentioned in connection with King Solomon's trade in 'almugim' and 'gallim', possibly ivory and gold.

Ophira in other languages & scripts

Hebrew
אופירה
עופיר היא שם שפירושו עור פילאו או עופיר
Greek
Οφείρα
Οφείρα σημαίνει ωκεανός του πλούτου ή πλούσια
Latin
Ophira
Ophira means abundance or wealth
English
Ophira
Ophira means rich, wealthy, or abundance

How to pronounce Ophira

English pronunciation
oh-FEE-ruh
Biblical pronunciation
o-pee-RHAH
IPA notation
/oʊˈfiːrə/

Numerology & personality

Those with life path number 3 are naturally creative, artistic, and social people. They have a great love for beauty and art and can often be found in the fields of music, art, or writing.

Associated Traits
GentleNurturingIntuitiveLoyalFaithful

Spiritual & cultural context

Symbolizes the treasure that is the human soul, as described in the Bible.

The name Ophira has been Romanized as 'Ophelia' or 'Ofelia', and has been a popular given name throughout the centuries in Western cultures. It reflects a sense of wealth, beauty, and abundance. In literature, Ophelia is a character from Shakespeare's play 'Hamlet', who is often associated with nature and flowers. She represents the fragility and ephemeral nature of life, and her name adds to her symbolism of beauty and richness.

Scriptural & traditional roots

Biblical scripture: Genesis (Genesis 10:29)

Popularity of Ophira by region

Region Country Score Year
Poland PL 50 2024
Spain ES 85 2024

Spelling variations of Ophira

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Names similar to Ophira

Frequently asked questions about Ophira

What does Ophira mean?
Ophira is a Hebrew name meaning 'abundance, preciousness'. It's derived from the Hebrew root 'ophar', meaning 'treasure'.
Is Ophira a Christianity name?
Yes, Ophira has historical and religious significance in Christianity, as it's mentioned in the Bible in connection with King Solomon's trade in almugim and gallim, possibly ivory and gold.
How to pronounce Ophira?
O-fi-ra
Is Ophira popular today?
Ophira is not a commonly used name today, making it a unique choice for parents seeking a name with historical and spiritual significance.
What is the origin of Ophira?
Ophira is a Hebrew name, derived from the Hebrew root 'ophar', meaning 'treasure'.