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Uriah vs Memphis

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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Memphis

Boy #589 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"enduring and beautiful"

Origin: Ancient Egyptian (Men-nefer)

Cultural Roots

American Southern US Ancient Egyptian

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#589
Total SSA Count
484
Syllables
2
Formality
Casual

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Uriah Rank #655
Memphis Rank #589

Memphis is more popular, ranked #589 vs #655 for Uriah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Uriah or Memphis more popular?

Memphis is more popular, ranked #589 compared to Uriah at #655 in the United States.

What do Uriah and Memphis mean?

Uriah means "God is my light" (Hebrew origin). Memphis means "enduring and beautiful" (Ancient Egyptian (Men-nefer) origin).

Are Uriah and Memphis boy or girl names?

Uriah is primarily a boy name. Memphis is primarily a boy name.

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