Dvora is an alternate transcription of the Hebrew name דְּבוֹרָה (see Devora), meaning "bee." It is a direct variant of Devora and Dvorah, and ultimately derives from the root name Deborah. Etymology and Meaning The name Deborah comes from the Hebrew word דְּבוֹרָה (devora), meaning "bee". This root connects to themes of industriousness and community, as bees are known for their organized societies and hard work. The form Dvora preserves this meaning while fitting the phonetic patterns of modern Hebrew. Biblical Significance In the Hebrew Bible, the most famous bearer of the name is the prophetess and judge Deborah, described in the Book of Judges (chapters 4–5). According to the biblical narrative, Deborah led the Israelites when they were threatened by the Canaanites under King Jabin and his commander Sisera. She appointed Barak to gather an army and, through divine guidance, achieved a decisive victory. Judges 5, known as the Song of Deborah, is one of the oldest poetic texts in the Bible. A second, lesser-known figure named Deborah was Rebecca's nurse (Genesis 35:8). Usage and Variants Deborah has been a common name among Jews and Christians for centuries. English Puritans adopted it after the Protestant Reformation because of its biblical profile in Judges. Modern variants include Devora, Devorah, and Dvorah, each representing different transliterations of the same Hebrew name. Meaning: Bee Origin: Hebrew Type: First name (female) Usage: Hebrew Biblical Roots: Deborah the prophetess (Judges 4–5) and Deborah the nurse (Genesis 35:8)