Liora

Liora (Hebrew ליאורה) represents the female form of the Hebrew unisex name Lior and is translated in German as 'my light,' 'there is a light for me,' or 'shine for me.' The name is particularly popular among girls in Israel.

What does the name Liora mean?

Liora (Hebrew ליאורה) is the feminine variant of the unisex Hebrew name Lior and has the meanings 'my light,' 'there is a light for me,' or 'shine for me.' In Israel, Liora is among the well-known girl names. A prominent bearer is the Israeli singer Liora Simon Fadlon. Variants of Liora include Liorah and Liorit.

Where does the name Liora come from?

Liora is a female first name that has its origin in Hebrew and encompasses meanings such as 'there is a light for me' or 'shine for me.'

How do you pronounce Liora?

The pronunciation of Liora is melodic and consists of three syllables. In German, the name is usually pronounced as 'Li-o-ra' [liˈoːʁa]. The beginning with a clear I sound conveys lightness, while the stressed syllable '-o-' with a long O gives the name a certain depth. The open ending 'a' gently rounds off the sound, making Liora appear elegant and light – feminine and harmoniously balanced.

Popularity

In Germany, Liora is a highly sought-after first name, currently ranking 490th on the list of the most common female baby names. In the last ten years, Liora has been chosen as a first name about 570 times, securing it the 774th place in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, the name held the 887th place. Global popularity and frequency of Liora are reflected in the recent annual rankings in various countries.

Nicknames & pet names

Lile / Lili / Lio / Löri / Öhrchen

Similar first names

Famous people

• Liora Simon (Israeli singer)