Uriah

Boy Name #655 Most Popular Rising 3 Syllables

A bold biblical name meaning God is my light

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Meaning & Origin

"God is my light"

Origin: Hebrew

Language: Hebrew

"Yahweh is my flame"

Origin: Biblical Hebrew

Language: Hebrew

Things to Know About This Name

In Charles Dickens David Copperfield, Uriah Heep is one of literatures most memorable villains, known for false humility and scheming

The Story of Uriah

Uriah comes from the Hebrew Uriyyah, meaning my light is Yahweh or God is my flame. In the Old Testament, Uriah the Hittite was a loyal soldier in King Davids army. His story is one of the Bibles most morally complex: David arranged his death to take his wife Bathsheba, making Uriah a symbol of innocent suffering and honor betrayed. Despite this tragic backstory, the name has the bold, distinctive sound of the popular -iah biblical names now trending strongly.

Uriah has been rising in the US since 2010, riding the wave of deep-cut biblical names like Elijah, Isaiah, and Josiah. Parents seeking an -iah name that is not yet oversaturated are discovering Uriah as a distinguished alternative.

The story of Uriah the Hittite is one of the most morally complex in the Old Testament, raising questions about loyalty, power, and justice that resonate across millennia. The name carries both spiritual weight and a sense of honor and integrity.

Fun Facts

Uriah the Hittite is one of the few non-Israelite characters in the Bible portrayed with unambiguous honor and moral integrity
Uriah Heep, the Dickens villain, so famously described himself as being very umble that the phrase became shorthand for false modesty in English

Uriah in Other Languages

Greek Ουρίας

Arabic أوريا

Hebrew אוּרִיָּה

Spanish Urías

Famous People Named Uriah

Urijah Faber

Athlete

1979

American MMA fighter and former WEC Bantamweight Champion, known as The California Kid

Uriah the Hittite

Military

Loyal soldier in King Davids army in the Old Testament, known for his honor and tragic fate at Davids hands

Uriah Heep Fictional

Other

Memorable villain in Charles Dickens David Copperfield, whose false humility and scheming made his name synonymous with ...

Memorable villain in Charles Dickens David Copperfield, whose false humility and scheming made his name synonymous with sycophancy

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 3
Popularity Rank: #655
Total SSA Count: 421
Cultural Origins: Hebrew Christian American English
Pronunciation: Moderate
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Alternative Spellings

Urias #4785

Common Nicknames

Uri Riah

Pairs Well With

Uriah James Uriah Cole Uriah Lee Uriah Grant Uriah Blake Uriah Elias Uriah Samuel

Sibling Names

Elijah Isaiah Hosea Miriam Selah Ezra Naomi

Also a Girl Name

Uriah is also used as a girl name, ranked #5414.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Uriah

What does the name Uriah mean?

"God is my light" (from Hebrew). "Yahweh is my flame" (from Biblical Hebrew). Uriah comes from the Hebrew Uriyyah, meaning my light is Yahweh or God is my flame. In the Old Testament, Uriah the Hittite was a loyal soldier in King Davids army. His story is one of the Bibles most morally complex: David arranged his death to take his wife Bathsheba, making Uriah a symbol of innocent suffering and honor betrayed. Despite this tragic backstory, the name has the bold, distinctive sound of the popular -iah biblical names now trending strongly.

What is the origin of the name Uriah?

Uriah has Hebrew, Biblical Hebrew, Christian, American, and English origins. In Hebrew, it means "God is my light". In Biblical Hebrew, it means "Yahweh is my flame".

Is Uriah a boy or girl name?

Uriah is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #655. As a girl name, it is ranked #5414. Uriah is more commonly used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Uriah?

Uriah is currently ranked #655 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Uriah?

Common nicknames for Uriah include Uri and Riah.

What are good middle names for Uriah?

Popular middle name pairings include Uriah James, Uriah Cole, Uriah Lee, Uriah Grant, Uriah Blake, Uriah Elias, and Uriah Samuel.

What are good sibling names for Uriah?

Names that pair well with Uriah as siblings include Elijah, Isaiah, Hosea, Miriam, Selah, Ezra, and Naomi.

How many syllables does Uriah have?

Uriah has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.

Is Uriah a common or rare name?

Uriah is moderately common, ranked #655 for boys in the US. You will encounter it, but it stands out.

About the Name Uriah

Uriah is a boy name with Hebrew, Christian, American, and English origins . The name means "God is my light" in Hebrew .

Is Uriah a boy or girl name? Uriah is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #655 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #5,414. Uriah is more commonly used as a boy name.

Uriah is currently ranked #655 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Uriah has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.

Common nicknames for Uriah include Uri and Riah. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.

Alternative spellings of Uriah include Urias . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.