Shiphrah is a unique and distinctive given name of Hebrew origin, derived from the root verb שפר meaning "to be beautiful" or "lovely". In the biblical Book of Exodus, Shiphrah appears as one of two midwives in Egypt who defy Pharaoh's orders to kill newborn Hebrew boys. Instead, they disobey his command and allow the infants to live, demonstrating remarkable courage and compassion. This narrative highlights Shiphrah as a strong-willed woman who stands up against injustice, making her name associated with resilience and defiance in the face of oppression.
The name Shiphrah experienced a significant increase in popularity between the years of 2021 to 2023, with each year seeing nine births. This is a notable jump from the previous years where the number of births fluctuated between five and seven annually. The total number of births for this name over these ten years amounts to sixty-two.