Sephora

Sephora, also spelled Séphora, is the French variant of the biblical name Zippora, which originates from Hebrew (Hebrew: צִפֹּרָה).

What does the name Sephora mean?

The name Sephora, or Séphora, is the French adaptation of the biblical Zippora. It means 'the bird' in Hebrew and is primarily used in French-speaking regions. Other variants include Safura, Tzipora, Zipora, and Zipporah.

Where does the name Sephora come from?

The first name Sephora has its roots in Ancient Hebrew and means 'the bird'. The etymology is based on the Ancient Hebrew composition ṣipporāh (צִפֹּרָה).

How do you pronounce Sephora?

The sound and pronunciation of Sephora are three syllables and fluid. In German pronunciation, the name is usually rendered as 'Se-fo-ra' [zeˈfoːʁa] or [sɛˈfoːʁa], with the emphasis on the second syllable. The bright E sound at the beginning provides clarity, the long O in the stressed syllable gives the name a certain expansiveness, while the open A at the end radiates warmth. Overall, Sephora sounds melodious and elegant – harmonious, feminine, and present.

Popularity

In Germany, the name Sephora enjoys great popularity. It currently ranks 2,723rd on the list of the most common names for girls. Its best ranking was in 2022, when it reached 2,235th place. In the last ten years, Sephora has been given as a first name about 70 times, placing it 3,092nd in the ten-year statistics. From 2010 to 2024, it ranks 3,516th.

Nicknames & pet names

Sepho

Similar first names

Famous people

• Corrina Sephora Mensoff (American artist)
• Sephora (wife of Moses in the Old Testament)