Shifra
Shifra first appears in US records in 0. It peaked in 2025, when 68 girls were given the name.
Source: US Social Security Administration.
Is Shifra popular?
Rising Shifra has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
| 2020s | 291 | |
|---|---|---|
| 2010s | 425 | |
| 2000s | 361 | |
| 1990s | 248 | |
| 1980s | 207 | |
| 1970s | 123 | |
| 1960s | 33 | |
| 1950s | 17 | |
| 1940s | 5 | |
| 1930s | 5 |
Counts from US Social Security Administration data, 1880–2025.
What does Shifra mean?
From Hebrew Shifrah, from the root sh-p-r meaning 'to be beautiful/fair, to please'. Borne by one of the midwives in Exodus; traditionally glossed 'beautiful'.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Shifra mean?
Shifra means Beautiful. From Hebrew Shifrah, from the root sh-p-r meaning 'to be beautiful/fair, to please'. Borne by one of the midwives in Exodus; traditionally glossed 'beautiful'.
What is the origin of the name Shifra?
Shifra is of hebrew origin.
How do you pronounce Shifra?
Shifra is pronounced “SHIF-rah.”
Is Shifra a boy or a girl name?
Shifra is most commonly used as a girl name.
Is Shifra a popular name right now?
Shifra has climbed over the past decade, given to more girls now than ten years ago.
How popular is the name Shifra?
In 2025, Shifra ranked #2580 among girls’ names in the United States, according to U.S. Social Security Administration data.
When was the name Shifra most popular?
Shifra was most popular in 2025, when about 68 US babies were given the name that year, according to US Social Security Administration records.
What names are similar to Shifra?
Names similar to Shifra include Zahava, Yaffa, Naava, Tamar, Tikva.
What names go well with Shifra?
hebrew names that pair well with Shifra include James, Michael, John, David, Mary.