Devora

Devora represents the Hebrew name more often written Deborah in English. Its literal meaning is bee. The v reflects the Hebrew consonant sound in this form, while the familiar English b spelling developed through a different transliteration history. Devora and Devorah therefore belong to the same name family rather than carrying separate meanings.

The best-known biblical Deborah is the prophet and judge in the Book of Judges, associated with Barak and the song celebrating their victory. Another Deborah appears as Rebekah’s nurse in Genesis, so the biblical record includes more than one bearer. Devora keeps the direct animal meaning and a substantial scriptural history together. Families may favor it for the Hebrew form, a relative’s name, or one of those specific biblical connections.