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OphiraChristian Male Biblical name meaning

Abundance, preciousness

Pronunciation: oh-FEE-ruh

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Name
Ophira
Meaning
Abundance, preciousness
Origin
Biblical
Religion
Christian
Language
English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin
Gender
Male
Pronunciation
oh-FEE-ruh
Lucky Number
11
11
Lucky Number
Thursday
Lucky Day
Biblical
Origin
Male
Gender

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Meaning Summary

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What does Ophira mean?

Ophira is a male name from Biblical origin meaning "Abundance". It is used in Christian naming contexts and appears in English, Hebrew, Greek, Latin. Pronunciation: oh-FEE-ruh. Lucky number: 11. Parents often choose it for its clear meaning, cultural background, and positive naming associations.

Source Language

Meaning in Greek

Greek is used to show the source-language meaning and cultural nuance.

Οφείρα

Οφείρα σημαίνει ωκεανός του πλούτου ή πλούσια

Pronunciation

How to Pronounce the Name

English Pronunciation

oh-FEE-ruh

IPA

/oʊˈfiːrə/

Origin

Name Origin

Root Origin

Biblical

Language Usage

EnglishHebrewGreekLatin

Religion

Christian Name Context

Ophira is listed as a christian male name with Biblical origin. Its meaning is Abundance. Category: Biblical.

Lucky Details

Lucky Number, Day and Color

Lucky Number

11

Lucky Day

Thursday

Lucky Colors

PinkGold

Lucky Stone

Carnelian

Life Path Number

3

Numerology meaning: 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.

Personality

Personality Traits

GentleNurturingIntuitiveLoyalFaithful

Spiritual

Spiritual Significance

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

Cultural Context

Cultural Significance

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.
The spiritual significance of the name Ophira is rooted in its Hebrew origins and the biblical context. Ophira evokes a sense of divine abundance, as it comes from the Hebrew word 'ophar' meaning 'treasure'. The name suggests that the one bearing it is valuable and precious, treasured by God and by the world. Spiritually, it encourages us to see ourselves and those around us as valuable and rich in unique gifts, talents, and experiences. It challenges us to appreciate and cultivate the abundance that surrounds us, rather than seeking external sources of wealth or validation.

Historical Usage

Historical References

Biblical: The name Ophira is mentioned in the Bible, in the book of Genesis, as the name of a place where Solomon collected gold.

10th century BCE

Famous People

Famous People and Real-World Usage

Historical Figures & Cultural References

Ophira Eddington - ActressOphira Eisenberg - Comedian

Translations

Name Translations

Additional language translations available for this name.

🇺🇸English

Ophira

Ophira means rich, wealthy, or abundance

🇮🇱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

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