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Urijah vs Elyjah

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Urijah

Boy #2,627 Most Popular 3 Syllables

Meaning

"God is my light, my flame is Yahweh"

Origin: Hebrew

Cultural Roots

American Religious communities African-American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#2,627
Total SSA Count
51
Syllables
3
Formality
Formal

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Urijah Rank #2,627
Elyjah Rank #2,736

Urijah is more popular, ranked #2627 vs #2736 for Elyjah.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Urijah or Elyjah more popular?

Urijah is more popular, ranked #2627 compared to Elyjah at #2736 in the United States.

What do Urijah and Elyjah mean?

Urijah means "God is my light, my flame is Yahweh" (Hebrew origin). Elyjah means "my God is Yahweh" (Hebrew origin).

Are Urijah and Elyjah boy or girl names?

Urijah is primarily a boy name. Elyjah is primarily a boy name.

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