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Jefferson vs Uriah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Uriah

Boy #655 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"God is my light"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Christian American English

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#655
Total SSA Count
421
Syllables
3
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Jefferson Rank #711
Uriah Rank #655

Uriah is more popular, ranked #655 vs #711 for Jefferson.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Jefferson or Uriah more popular?

Uriah is more popular, ranked #655 compared to Jefferson at #711 in the United States.

What do Jefferson and Uriah mean?

Jefferson means "son of Jeffrey, son of God's peace" (Old English via Germanic origin). Uriah means "God is my light" (Hebrew origin).

Are Jefferson and Uriah boy or girl names?

Jefferson is primarily a boy name. Uriah is primarily a boy name.

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