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Uriah vs Avi

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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Avi

Boy #846 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"father figure, patriarch"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

Hebrew Israeli American Indian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#846
Total SSA Count
288
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Uriah Rank #655
Avi Rank #846

Uriah is more popular, ranked #655 vs #846 for Avi.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Uriah or Avi more popular?

Uriah is more popular, ranked #655 compared to Avi at #846 in the United States.

What do Uriah and Avi mean?

Uriah means "God is my light" (Hebrew origin). Avi means "father figure, patriarch" (Hebrew origin).

Are Uriah and Avi boy or girl names?

Uriah is primarily a boy name. Avi is primarily a boy name.

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