"God is my light, flame of God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Uriah
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An ancient Hebrew name meaning God is my light, boldly feminine
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"God is my fire"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Biblical Hebrew
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Things to Know About This Name
- Biblical figure Uriah the Hittite was betrayed and killed by King David—some parents may know this story
The Story of Uriah
Uriah is an ancient Hebrew name combining uri (my light, my flame) with Yahweh (God), meaning God is my light or flame of God. In the Bible, Uriah the Hittite was a loyal soldier in King David's army and the husband of Bathsheba. Despite its male biblical origins, Uriah has increasingly been adopted for girls in contemporary US naming, following the trend of strong Hebrew names crossing gender lines.
Uriah for girls has risen as part of a broader trend of traditionally male biblical and Hebrew names—Ezra, Micah, Noah—being embraced for girls. The sound, ending in -ah like popular girl names such as Aria and Aaliyah, makes it feel naturally feminine.
In the Hebrew Bible, Uriah the Hittite represents loyal service and noble character, even being numbered among David's mighty warriors. His story also appears in the Quran. The name carries strong biblical gravitas.
Historical Record
Uriah first appeared in US Social Security records in 1987.
Over 885 babies have been named Uriah in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Uriah is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #5,414 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Uriah the Hittite appears in both the Hebrew Bible and the Quran, making this name significant across multiple faiths
- Uriah Heep, the scheming villain of Dickens's David Copperfield, gave the name a literary secondary association
Uriah in Other Languages
Greek
Ουρίας
Latin
Urias
Arabic
أوريا
Hebrew
אוּרִיָּה
Spanish
Urías
Popularity Over Time
#5,414
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #5,414
- Total SSA Count
- 24
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew Biblical English American
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Uri
Ria
Riah
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Frequently Asked Questions About Uriah
What does the name Uriah mean?
"God is my light, flame of God" (from Hebrew). "God is my fire" (from Hebrew). Uriah is an ancient Hebrew name combining uri (my light, my flame) with Yahweh (God), meaning God is my light or flame of God. In the Bible, Uriah the Hittite was a loyal soldier in King David's army and the husband of Bathsheba. Despite its male biblical origins, Uriah has increasingly been adopted for girls in contemporary US naming, following the trend of strong Hebrew names crossing gender lines.
What is the origin of the name Uriah?
Uriah has Hebrew, Biblical, English, and American origins. In Hebrew, it means "God is my light, flame of God". In Hebrew, it means "God is my fire".
Is Uriah a boy or girl name?
Uriah is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #5414. As a boy name, it is ranked #655. Uriah is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Uriah?
Uriah is currently ranked #5414 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Uriah?
Common nicknames for Uriah include Uri, Ria, and Riah.
What are good middle names for Uriah?
Popular middle name pairings include Uriah Grace, Uriah Faith, Uriah Hope, Uriah Joy, Uriah Rose, Uriah Dawn, and Uriah Claire.
What are good sibling names for Uriah?
Names that pair well with Uriah as siblings include Ezra, Elijah, Micah, Zion, Selah, Hadassah, and Jael.
How many syllables does Uriah have?
Uriah has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Uriah a common or rare name?
Uriah is an uncommon name, ranked #5414 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Uriah
Uriah is a girl name with Hebrew, Biblical, English, and American origins . The name means "God is my light, flame of God" in Hebrew .
Is Uriah a boy or girl name? Uriah is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #5,414 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #655. Uriah is more commonly used as a boy name.
Uriah is currently ranked #5,414 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Uriah has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Uriah include Uri, Ria, and Riah. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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