Ophir
Ophir first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 2007, when 6 boys were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Ophir popular?
Declining Ophir is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2007 peak.
| 2000s | 6 | |
|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 5 | |
| 1970s | 5 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Ophir mean?
Biblical place name (אוֹפִיר) for a region famed as a source of fine gold; popularly glossed 'gold' as a given name. Flagged: the Hebrew root itself is of uncertain derivation, so 'gold' derives from the place's reputation for gold rather than a literal word for the metal — it is a place name / 'gold-rich' byname.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Ophir mean?
Ophir means gold (land of gold). Biblical place name (אוֹפִיר) for a region famed as a source of fine gold; popularly glossed 'gold' as a given name. Flagged: the Hebrew root itself is of uncertain derivation, so 'gold' derives from the place's reputation for gold rather than a literal word for the metal — it is a place name / 'gold-rich' byname.
What is the origin of the name Ophir?
Ophir is of hebrew origin.
How do you pronounce Ophir?
Ophir is pronounced “OH-feer.”
Is Ophir a boy or a girl name?
Ophir is most commonly used as a unisex name.
Is Ophir a popular name right now?
Ophir is given less often than it was a decade ago, well below its 2007 peak.
When was the name Ophir most popular?
Ophir was most popular in 2007, when about 6 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Ophir?
Names similar to Ophir include Jordan, Leviathan, Shai, Shiloh, Zion.
What names go well with Ophir?
hebrew names that pair well with Ophir include James, Michael, John, David, Mary.