Leora

Meaning light, compassion
Origin Hebrew
Gender Girl
Popularity Moderate
Length 5
Syllables 3
Syllabification Le-o-ra

About Leora

Leora is a beautiful and meaningful name of Hebrew origin, making it an excellent choice for parents seeking a name with a spiritual touch. Derived from "Le'orah," which translates to "my light" or "I have light" in Hebrew, the name embodies the essence of brightness and radiance. Just like the warm glow of the sun, a child named Leora is destined to bring light and joy to those around her.

With its charming simplicity, Leora has a timeless quality that can complement various cultural backgrounds. Its variations, such as Leorah and Leoria, offer additional options for customization while maintaining the name's inherent grace.

Leora has been borne by remarkable individuals in various fields, from acting to literature, further adding to its allure. As your little Leora grows, she may be lovingly called Leo, Lora, or Lee by friends and family, adding a touch of endearment to this already special name.

Leora is a name that holds deep significance and evokes a sense of hope and brightness, making it a wonderful choice for any precious baby girl.

Variations of Name Leora

Leorah
Leoria
Leorra

Nicknames for Leora

Leo
Lee
Ora
Orrie

Famous People Named Leora

Leora DanaAmerican actress
Leora HardeeAmerican painter
Leora KrygierAustralian musician
Leora RothschildAmerican singer-songwriter
Leora Skolkin-SmithAmerican author
Leora TanenbaumAmerican author and feminist
Leora VilenskiIsraeli footballer
Leora WiseAmerican playwright

Characters Named Leora

Leora Duncancharacter in "An American Tragedy" by Theodore Dreiser
Leora Tozercharacter in "Arrowsmith" by Sinclair Lewis
Leora Jonescharacter in "Kingsblood Royal" by Sinclair Lewis

Other Popular Names Beginning with L

Laura
Loretta
Lauryn
Lyric
Lucy
Lorelai
Leona
Laylah
Liana
Lina