Orian: meaning of the Hebrew name
אוריאן
Pronounced or-YAN
- Unisex
- Modern Hebrew
- #146 in Israel, 2024
Meaning of Orian
Orian is a modern name from or, light, like Orin and Orel. Some also link it to the Aramaic oryan, knowledge of the Torah. Used for both boys and girls.
Orian in Hebrew
Orian is written אוריאן in Hebrew. Hebrew is read from right to left.
- אAlef
- וVav
- רResh
- יYod
- אAlef
- נNun
Gematria value: 268 (Alef 1 + Vav 6 + Resh 200 + Yod 10 + Alef 1 + Nun 50)
About the name
- GenderUnisex
- OriginModern Hebrew
- Meaninglight
- Pronunciationor-YAN
- Hebrewאוריאן
- Syllables3
Popularity in Israel
In 2024, Orian ranked #146 among girls' names given to Jewish newborns in Israel (91 babies). Its highest rank in 2014-2024 was #102, in 2017.
All years 2014-2024
| Year | Rank | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 146 | 91 |
| 2023 | 134 | 108 |
| 2022 | 140 | 107 |
| 2021 | 127 | 129 |
| 2020 | 143 | 96 |
| 2019 | 126 | 125 |
| 2018 | 110 | 160 |
| 2017 | 102 | 169 |
| 2016 | 108 | 143 |
| 2015 | 107 | 150 |
| 2014 | 112 | 141 |
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 Orian
What does the name Orian mean?
Orian is a modern name from or, light, like Orin and Orel. Some also link it to the Aramaic oryan, knowledge of the Torah. Used for both boys and girls.
How do you pronounce Orian?
Orian is pronounced or-YAN in modern Israeli Hebrew. The syllable in capital letters is stressed.
How do you write Orian in Hebrew?
Orian is written אוריאן in Hebrew.
How popular is the name Orian in Israel?
In 2024, Orian ranked #146 among girls' names given to Jewish newborns in Israel (91 babies). Its highest rank in 2014-2024 was #102, in 2017. Source: Israel Central Bureau of Statistics.
What is the gematria of Orian?
In gematria, the Hebrew spelling אוריאן adds up to 268 (Alef 1 + Vav 6 + Resh 200 + Yod 10 + Alef 1 + Nun 50).
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