What origin is the name Orah?

Orah comes from Hebrew naming traditions. Names from this origin often carry meanings tied to nature, virtues or heritage.

What are good brother names for Orah?

Names from the same hebrew tradition pair naturally with Orah — for example Jacob, Noah, Michael. You can browse more on our hebrew names page.

Orah

Discover the meaning and origin of the name Orah

Orah

Girl

Hebrew & Biblical

2 syllables

Orah is a Hebrew girl's name meaning "Light.".

Parents who choose Orah pick a girl name from the Hebrew tradition, meaning "Light.". At just 4 letters, it is short and easy to say. It has 2 syllables.

Origin: Hebrew & Biblical
Gender: Girl
Syllables: 2

Meaning compiled from public name lists.

Last updated 22 October 2026.

Meaning

Light.

Popularity

No birth-record data (source: not in US birth records; popularity in India is not tracked)

Quick answers about Orah

What does Orah mean?

Orah is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning "Light.".

How popular is Orah?

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