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Christian Name · Persian Origin
Soraya Meaning — Origin & Biblical Significance
Soraya
girl
Soraya means "Pleiades; Jewel; Princess", a girl's name of Persian origin. The name Soraya does not appear in the King James Bible; it is chosen by Christian families for its meaning rather than for a person in Scripture. Soraya shines among the seven stars — sweet influences bound by God, shadow turned to morning, the Pleiades jewel placed by the Creator's own hand.
Is Soraya in the Bible?
No — the name Soraya does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Pleiades; Jewel; Princess", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Soraya.
Pronunciation:/sor-EYE-ah/
OriginPersian
MeaningPleiades; Jewel; Princess
What does Soraya mean?
Soraya is a girl name of Persian origin meaning "Pleiades; Jewel; Princess". Soraya is the Pleiades — and God made the Pleiades and Orion. 'Seek him that maketh the seven stars and Orion.' Soraya is a jewel in the hand of the Creator who arranged the constellation.
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What does Soraya mean in the Bible?
Soraya means "Pleiades; Jewel; Princess" and is a name of Persian origin. Below is what Scripture and Christian tradition attach to that meaning.
Soraya is the Pleiades — and God made the Pleiades and Orion. 'Seek him that maketh the seven stars and Orion.' Soraya is a jewel in the hand of the Creator who arranged the constellation.
What does the Bible say about the meaning of Soraya?
Soraya is not a name the King James Bible uses, so the passages below are quoted for the meaning they share with it — "Pleiades; Jewel; Princess" — not because Scripture names anyone Soraya.
"Canst thou bind the sweet influences of Pleiades, or loose the bands of Orion?"
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Which books of the Bible mention Soraya?
Soraya is mentioned across 2 books of the Bible. Follow any book below to read it in the KJV.
What is the spiritual meaning of Soraya?
Soraya shines among the seven stars — sweet influences bound by God, shadow turned to morning, the Pleiades jewel placed by the Creator's own hand.
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Soraya name meaning: frequently asked questions
No — the name Soraya does not appear in the King James Bible. Christian families use it for its meaning, "Pleiades; Jewel; Princess", and for the biblical themes that meaning touches, not because anyone in Scripture is called Soraya.
Soraya means "Pleiades; Jewel; Princess." It is a Persian name. Scripture never uses it as a name, but the idea behind it — "Pleiades; Jewel; Princess" — runs right through the Bible.
Persian. Soraya comes into English from Persian and carries the sense "Pleiades; Jewel; Princess." Its Christian use comes from that meaning and centuries of use in the church, not from a person named in Scripture.
Common questions about the name Soraya
Can I download a free King James Bible PDF to study the name Soraya?
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Where can I read the full biblical context for Soraya?
You can read every verse where Soraya appears in the King James Bible by downloading the free KJV PDF or reading online. The download page also includes a bookmarked Book of Psalms KJV PDF for easy reference.