Zohar

The Hebrew unisex name Zohar stands for "the radiant glow" and is derived from the Hebrew word zóhar (זֹהַר), which means "glow, brightness, brilliance." Zohar is also the title of the central work of Kabbalah.

What does the name Zohar mean?

Zohar, a Hebrew unisex name, symbolizes "the radiant glow" and derives from the Hebrew term zóhar (זֹהַר), which stands for "glow, brightness, brilliance." In Jewish and Israeli society, the name Zohar, also known as Sohar, is widespread. Notable bearers of the name include Israeli artist Zohar Fraiman and actor Zohar Strauss. A purely feminine variant of the name is Zohara.

Where does the name Zohar come from?

The name Zohar has its roots in Ancient Hebrew and is used as both a female and male first name. The meaning of the name is "the radiant glow." The Ancient Hebrew word zóhar (זֹהַר) consists of the elements glow, brightness, and brilliance. The languages in which this name appears are Hebrew, Israeli, and Jewish.

How do you pronounce Zohar?

So-har

Popularity

In Germany, Zohar is a rather rare first name. In 2012, it ranked 3,656th on the list of the most common female first names. Between 2010 and 2024, the name Zohar was used in Germany less than 10 times, placing it at 10,750th. In the last ten years, no child has received this name. Global popularity and frequency of Zohar can be traced through its recent rankings in the first name charts of various countries.

Famous people

• Zohar Argov (Israeli singer)
• Zohar Fresco (Israeli musician)
• Zohar Komargodski (Israeli physicist)
• Zohar Mohamed Zarwan (Sri Lankan footballer)
• Zohar Sharon (golfer from Israel)
• Zohar Solomon (Israeli footballer)
• Zohar Strauss (actress from Israel)