Giora
Fact sheet
- Name
- Giora
- Gender
- Boy name
- Syllables
- 2
Giora (גִּיּוֹרָא) is a male first name that has its origin in Israel. Figuratively, it means 'the son of the convert'.
What does the name Giora mean?
Giora (גִּיּוֹרָא) is a boy's name from Israel. Its figurative meanings are 'the son of the convert'. The name derives from the Aramaic term giora, which means 'proselyte' or 'convert to Judaism'. An alternative spelling is Giyora.
Where does the name Giora come from?
The name Giora has its roots in Aramaic and literally means 'the son of the convert'. The Aramaic term giora refers to a proselyte or convert to Judaism. The name is common in both Hebrew and the Israeli language.
How do you pronounce Giora?
Giora is pronounced approximately like 'Gee-oh-rah'.
Popularity
In Germany, Giora is a rather rare first name. It has not gained significance in local name rankings. Its best placement was in 2017, when it reached 1,823rd place in the Italian name charts. In the last ten years, Giora has been used as a first name there less than 10 times, ranking 4,357th in the ten-year statistics. From 1999 to 2024, it ranks 5,981st in Italy.
Nicknames & pet names
Gio
Famous people
- Giora Feidman (clarinetist, Klezmer musician)
- Giora Feidmann (clarinetist and instrumental soloist of Klezmer music)
Frequently asked questions about the name Giora
What is the origin of the name Giora?
The name Giora has its roots in Aramaic and is common in both Hebrew and the Israeli language.
What does the name Giora mean?
Giora literally means 'the son of the convert' and refers to a proselyte or convert to Judaism.
How popular is the name Giora?
The popularity of the name Giora varies, but it is particularly known in Jewish communities and in Israel.