Tziporah Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Tziporah originates from Hebrew, meaning 'bird'. It has evolved through various forms including Tzipora and the Anglicized Zipporah. The name is tied to the biblical figure, the wife of Moses, and carries connotations of strength and loyalty. Its usage has persisted in Jewish culture and has gained broader recognition due to its biblical significance.
The name Tziporah is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Tziporah has been stalled for female in Northeast. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast. Across generations, 'Tziporah' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 11116th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6926th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 5275th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3869th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Tziporah' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Tziporah"
Pronunciation
/ˈtsiːpɔːrə/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Tziporah is derived from the Hebrew word 'tzipor', meaning 'bird'. In the biblical context, Tziporah is known as the wife of Moses.
Meaning
bird
Language Evolution
Tziporah (Hebrew), Tzipora (variant spelling), Zipporah (Anglicized form)
Biblical Background
Tziporah appears in the Hebrew Bible as the wife of Moses, mentioned in Exodus.
Historical Usage
The name has been used in Jewish communities for centuries and gained wider recognition due to its biblical association, particularly in the context of Moses' story.
Variants & Derivatives
Zipporah, Tzipora, Tzippy (diminutive)
Modern Popularity & Image
Tziporah is considered a unique and culturally rich name, often associated with strength and loyalty, reflecting its biblical roots.
Famous People
Tziporah Malkah (Australian model and actress), Tziporah Heller (author and speaker)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Tziporah"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Tziporah"
"Tziporah" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 11116th of 19264 | 35 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 6926th of 27321 | 173 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 5275th of 35406 | 385 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 3869th of 30306 | 469 |
Regional Popularity of "Tziporah" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Tziporah" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
78.87% 2747th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
37.12% 1661st/4475 |
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| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
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25.39% 1311th/5164 |
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| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
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22.38% 1004th/4487 |
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State-by-State Popularity of "Tziporah"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Tziporah" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.