Meaning & History
Orli (Hebrew: אורלי) is a feminine given name of Hebrew origin, meaning "my light" or "light for me" in Hebrew. It is a variant of the name Orly, and both are derived from the Hebrew word or (אור), meaning "light," combined with a first-person possessive suffix.
Notable Bearers
Several notable individuals bear the name Orli. Orli Wald (1914–1962) was a member of the German Resistance to Nazi Germany. Orli Shoshan (born 1974) is an Israeli film actress known for her work in Israeli cinema. Orli Shaham (born 1975) is an acclaimed Israeli-American pianist. Orli Shuka (born 1976) is a British-Albanian actor. Orli Auslander is a British-born artist, and Orli Markman (born 1969) is an Israeli officer and judge.
- Meaning: "my light" or "light for me"
- Origin: Hebrew
- Type: First name
- Usage regions: Israel, Jewish diaspora
Related Names
Sources: Wikipedia — Orli