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Dwight vs Urijah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Urijah

Boy #2,627 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"God is my light, my flame is Yahweh"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American Religious communities African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,627
Total SSA Count
51
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Dwight Rank #2,540
Urijah Rank #2,627

Dwight is more popular, ranked #2540 vs #2627 for Urijah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Dwight or Urijah more popular?

Dwight is more popular, ranked #2540 compared to Urijah at #2627 in the United States.

What do Dwight and Urijah mean?

Dwight means "blond, white, bright one" (Dutch De Witt origin). Urijah means "God is my light, my flame is Yahweh" (Hebrew origin).

Are Dwight and Urijah boy or girl names?

Dwight is primarily a boy name. Urijah is primarily a boy name.

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