Ofir: meaning of the Hebrew name
אוֹפִיר
Pronounced oh-FEER
Meaning of Ofir
Ofir is the biblical land of gold, and "the gold of Ophir" is a symbol of preciousness and radiance. Ophir also appears among the sons of Joktan in Genesis. Used for boys and girls.
Kings' daughters are among thy favourites; At thy right hand doth stand the queen in gold of Ophir.
בְּנוֹת מְלָכִים בְּיִקְּרוֹתֶיךָ נִצְּבָה שֵׁגַל לִימִינְךָ בְּכֶתֶם אוֹפִיר׃
Ofir in Hebrew
Ofir is written אופיר in Hebrew (with vowel points: אוֹפִיר). Hebrew is read from right to left.
- אAlef
- וVav
- פPe
- יYod
- רResh
Gematria value: 297 (Alef 1 + Vav 6 + Pe 80 + Yod 10 + Resh 200)
About the name
- GenderUnisex
- OriginBiblical
- Meaningland of gold
- Pronunciationoh-FEER
- Hebrewאופיר
- Syllables2
Popularity in Israel
In 2024, Ofir ranked #125 among girls' names given to Jewish newborns in Israel (119 babies). Its highest rank in 2014-2024 was #58, in 2014.
In 2024, Ofir ranked #135 among boys' names given to Jewish newborns in Israel (113 babies). Its highest rank in 2014-2024 was #63, in 2014.
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All years 2014-2024
| Year | Rank (girls) | Babies | Rank (boys) | Babies |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 125 | 119 | 135 | 113 |
| 2023 | 123 | 128 | 136 | 115 |
| 2022 | 100 | 166 | 120 | 139 |
| 2021 | 72 | 246 | 114 | 156 |
| 2020 | 78 | 212 | 117 | 152 |
| 2019 | 68 | 261 | 103 | 179 |
| 2018 | 69 | 276 | 84 | 217 |
| 2017 | 77 | 241 | 81 | 227 |
| 2016 | 71 | 278 | 73 | 251 |
| 2015 | 67 | 302 | 65 | 273 |
| 2014 | 58 | 330 | 63 | 304 |
Source: Israel Central Bureau of Statistics (CBS), first names given to Jewish newborns, 2014-2024. Ranks cover the 150 most common names per year.
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Questions about Ofir
What does the name Ofir mean?
Ofir is the biblical land of gold, and "the gold of Ophir" is a symbol of preciousness and radiance. Ophir also appears among the sons of Joktan in Genesis. Used for boys and girls.
How do you pronounce Ofir?
Ofir is pronounced oh-FEER in modern Israeli Hebrew. The syllable in capital letters is stressed.
How do you write Ofir in Hebrew?
Ofir is written אופיר in Hebrew (with vowel points: אוֹפִיר).
Is Ofir a biblical name?
Yes. Ofir appears in the Hebrew Bible, in Psalms 45:10.
How popular is the name Ofir in Israel?
In 2024, Ofir ranked #125 among girls' names given to Jewish newborns in Israel (119 babies). Its highest rank in 2014-2024 was #58, in 2014. In 2024, Ofir ranked #135 among boys' names given to Jewish newborns in Israel (113 babies). Its highest rank in 2014-2024 was #63, in 2014. Source: Israel Central Bureau of Statistics.
What is the gematria of Ofir?
In gematria, the Hebrew spelling אופיר adds up to 297 (Alef 1 + Vav 6 + Pe 80 + Yod 10 + Resh 200).
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