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Uriah vs Harry

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Harry

Boy #780 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"home ruler"

Origin: Germanic

Cultural Roots

English British American Welsh

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#780
Total SSA Count
322
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

24 High Risk

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Popularity Comparison

Uriah Rank #655
Harry Rank #780

Uriah is more popular, ranked #655 vs #780 for Harry.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Uriah or Harry more popular?

Uriah is more popular, ranked #655 compared to Harry at #780 in the United States.

What do Uriah and Harry mean?

Uriah means "God is my light" (Hebrew origin). Harry means "home ruler" (Germanic origin).

Are Uriah and Harry boy or girl names?

Uriah is primarily a boy name. Harry is primarily a boy name.

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