"Yahweh is my light"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Urias
Pronunciation: [ y-er-EE-uhz ]
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"God is my flame"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
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- Uriah in the Bible was betrayed and killed by King David — some may find this association troubling
The Story of Urias
Urias is the Latin/Greek form of the Hebrew name Uriyah (אוּרִיָּה), meaning Yahweh is my light or my flame is Yahweh, composed of ur (flame, light, fire) and Yah (God, Yahweh). It is the Latinized form used in the Vulgate Bible. In the Old Testament, Uriah the Hittite was a loyal soldier in King David's army, whose story became tragically famous when David had him killed to claim his wife Bathsheba.
Urias and its variant Uriah have experienced a revival as Biblical names regained popularity in the 2000s-2010s. The name appears in the Old Testament and has been used in Christian communities for centuries.
Despite the tragic Biblical story of Uriah the Hittite, the name carries a powerful meaning of divine light. In Hebrew tradition, the ur (light/fire) root is sacred, appearing in the concept of the divine presence (Urim and Thummim).
Historical Record
Urias first appeared in US Social Security records in 1957.
Over 322 babies have been named Urias in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Urias is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #4,785 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Uriah the Hittite is one of the 'Mighty Men' listed in 2 Samuel 23
- The name Urim in Urim and Thummim shares the same ur (light) root
- Uriah Heep in David Copperfield by Charles Dickens made the name famous in literature
Urias in Other Languages
Greek
Ουρίας (Ourias)
Latin
Urias
Arabic
أُورِيَّا (Uriya)
Hebrew
אוּרִיָּה (Uriyah)
Popularity Over Time
#4,785
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #4,785
- Total SSA Count
- 21
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew Christian English
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Frequently Asked Questions About Urias
What does the name Urias mean?
"Yahweh is my light" (from Hebrew). "God is my flame" (from Hebrew). Urias is the Latin/Greek form of the Hebrew name Uriyah (אוּרִיָּה), meaning Yahweh is my light or my flame is Yahweh, composed of ur (flame, light, fire) and Yah (God, Yahweh). It is the Latinized form used in the Vulgate Bible. In the Old Testament, Uriah the Hittite was a loyal soldier in King David's army, whose story became tragically famous when David had him killed to claim his wife Bathsheba.
What is the origin of the name Urias?
Urias has Hebrew, Christian, and English origins. In Hebrew, it means "Yahweh is my light". In Hebrew, it means "God is my flame".
Is Urias a boy or girl name?
Urias is primarily used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Urias?
Urias is pronounced y-er-EE-uhz.
How popular is the name Urias?
Urias is currently ranked #4785 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Urias?
Common nicknames for Urias include Uri.
What are good middle names for Urias?
Popular middle name pairings include Urias James, Urias Emmanuel, Urias David, Urias Michael, Urias Samuel, and Urias Benjamin.
What are good sibling names for Urias?
Names that pair well with Urias as siblings include Elias, Tobias, Matthias, Miriam, Priscilla, and Lydia.
How many syllables does Urias have?
Urias has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Urias a common or rare name?
Urias is an uncommon name, ranked #4785 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
What boy names are similar to Urias?
Are there other spellings for Urias?
Related spellings include Uriah.
About the Name Urias
Urias is a boy name with Hebrew, Christian, and English origins . The name means "Yahweh is my light" in Hebrew .
Urias is currently ranked #4,785 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Urias has 3 syllables and is pronounced y-er-EE-uhz, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Urias include Uri. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Urias include Uriah . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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