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Rex 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

Rex Rank #793
Uriah Rank #655

Uriah is more popular, ranked #655 vs #793 for Rex.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Rex or Uriah more popular?

Uriah is more popular, ranked #655 compared to Rex at #793 in the United States.

What do Rex and Uriah mean?

Rex means "king" (Latin origin). Uriah means "God is my light" (Hebrew origin).

Are Rex and Uriah boy or girl names?

Rex is primarily a boy name. Uriah is primarily a boy name.

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