Zohar
Meaning of Zohar
The name Zohar is a unisex name of Hebrew origin, pronounced as ZO-hahr (/zoˈhar/). In Hebrew, the name means "splendor" or "radiance," and it carries deep cultural and spiritual significance. The Zohar is also a foundational work in the literature of Jewish mystical thought known as Kabbalah. This association imbues the name with a sense of wisdom and enlightenment. A variation of this name is Zohara, which can be used for girls. Despite its profound meaning, Zohar remains relatively rare in the United States, with only a handful of occurrences each year. For instance, in 2023, it was given to just six newborns, ranking at 13,414th place. Over the past two decades, its popularity has fluctuated slightly but has consistently remained an uncommon choice for parents seeking a unique and meaningful name for their child.
Pronunciation
Hebrew
- Pronunced as ZO-hahr (/zoˈhar/)
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Notable People Named Zohar
| Zohar Shavit is an Israeli professor at Tel Aviv University’s School for Cultural Studies. |
| Zohar Orkabi, also known as Zohar Argov, was a prominent Israeli singer in the Mizrahi music genre, earning the title "The king of Mizrahi music," but his legacy is controversial due to a rape conviction that some dispute. |
| Zohar Komargodski is an Israeli theoretical physicist known for his work on quantum field theory, including conformal field theories, gauge theories, and supersymmetry. |
| Zohar Hen Shikler is an Israeli Olympic swimmer and national record holder. |
| Zohar Solomon is a former Israeli footballer known for his significant role in Maccabi Netanya's first two historic championships. |
