Lior

Lior is a Hebrew name built from elements expressing “I have light” or “my light.” The word or means light, while the opening li gives the phrase its personal connection. It is used for boys and girls, and its meaning makes it part of a broader Hebrew naming tradition centered on brightness and illumination.

The short written form contains a complete idea rather than being a nickname cut from a longer name. That can be especially appealing to a family choosing a name as an expression of joy or hope. Lior’s connection with light is linguistic, not simply symbolic, so it provides a clear starting point for parents who want the meaning to be central to the name’s story.