Uriah

Updated: November 12, 2021 by MomsWhoThink Staff

Uriah only became popular on a continuous basis in America in the last 15 or so years. It originates from Biblical times as an important part in King David's story. Originally spelled Uriyah, Uriah is a more modern version.

Meaning of the name Uriah:

Hebrew: God is my light

Origin of the name Uriah:

The baby name Uriah comes from the traditional Hebrew name Uriyah that meant “God is my light” or “Yahweh is my light.” Uriah was a character found in the Old Testament who was one of the leaders of David's army. David was jealous of him and chose to put him on the front battle lines so that he could have Bathsheba for himself. The name did not become popular in America until the late twentieth and early twenty-first centuries.

Symbolism of the name Uriah:

The baby name Uriah comes from the root Hebrew words “ur” and “yah.” “Ur” translates to “light” or “flame” and “yah” translates to “God” or “Yahweh.”

Style of the name Uriah:

Classical

Gender of the name Uriah:

Uriah is a boy's name dating back to biblical times.

Pronunciation of the name Uriah:

you-RYE-uh

Number of syllables in the name Uriah:

Three

Emotion evoked from the name Uriah:

Uriah retains a classical and Biblical feel. It is a unique name with strength associated with it.

Alternative spellings for the name Uriah:

Uriyah
Urijah
Uria

Nicknames for the name Uriah:

Uri
Riah
Yuki
Uz
Urias
Yuri

Popularity of the name Uriah:

Uriah was a top 1,000 name for boys in 1974 and from 1976 to 1980. It became popular again in 1982, 1987, 1989, and 1997. As of 2008, Uriah has remained on the top 1,000 list. As of 2020, it ranks at number 636.