Mizrahi
The origin of the surname Mizrahi
Mizrahi means “eastern,” denoting Jews of Middle Eastern and North African origin.
What kind of surname is Mizrahi?
Mizrahi is a toponymic surname, originally describing where the bearer lived or came from. It belongs to the Hebrew naming tradition — you can read how Hebrew surnames were formed on our Hebrew last names page.
Variants & spellings of Mizrahi
You may also see this surname written as:
- Mizrachi
Other Hebrew surnames
Other toponymic surnames
Family names formed the same way, from different cultures.
Frequently asked questions
What does the surname Mizrahi mean?
The surname Mizrahi means Eastern. Mizrahi means “eastern,” denoting Jews of Middle Eastern and North African origin.
Where does the surname Mizrahi come from?
Mizrahi is a surname of Hebrew origin.
What kind of surname is Mizrahi?
Mizrahi is a toponymic surname, originally describing where the bearer lived or came from.
What are other spellings of Mizrahi?
Variant spellings of Mizrahi include Mizrachi.
What are other Hebrew surnames?
Other Hebrew surnames include Abramovich, Adler, Ben-David, Cohen, Friedman, Goldberg.