"flame of God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Uriel
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An archangel's name meaning God is my light
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The Story of Uriel
Uriel derives from the Hebrew combining 'ur' (light or flame) with 'el' (God), meaning God is my light or flame of God. Uriel is one of the archangels in Jewish and Christian tradition, appearing prominently in the apocryphal Book of Enoch and rabbinic texts as the angel of wisdom and light, one of the four archangels surrounding the divine throne.
Uriel has grown steadily in US popularity, particularly among Hispanic and Latino families where it ranks in the top 200 boys' names. Its rise reflects parents choosing meaningful, spiritually resonant names with strong literary and religious traditions.
In Jewish mystical tradition, Uriel is one of the four archangels, representing divine light and knowledge. The name is widely used in Israel and across Latin America in Catholic communities who embrace angelic names alongside classics like Gabriel and Rafael.
Historical Record
Uriel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 20,197 babies have been named Uriel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Uriel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #462 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Uriel appears in the Dead Sea Scrolls as one of the chief angels standing before God
- Uriel was considered an archangel in early Christian tradition but was later removed from the Roman Catholic Church's official canon
Uriel in Other Languages
Arabic
أوريال
French
Uriel
Hebrew
אוּרִיאֵל
Russian
Уриэль
Spanish
Uriel
Popularity Over Time
#462
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
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #462
- Total SSA Count
- 670
- Cultural Origins
- Jewish Christian Spanish Latin American
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Uri
Riel
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Uriel is also used as a girl name, ranked #9254.
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Frequently Asked Questions About Uriel
What does the name Uriel mean?
"flame of God" (from Hebrew). Uriel derives from the Hebrew combining 'ur' (light or flame) with 'el' (God), meaning God is my light or flame of God. Uriel is one of the archangels in Jewish and Christian tradition, appearing prominently in the apocryphal Book of Enoch and rabbinic texts as the angel of wisdom and light, one of the four archangels surrounding the divine throne.
What is the origin of the name Uriel?
Uriel has Hebrew, Jewish, Christian, Spanish, and Latin American origins. In Hebrew, it means "flame of God".
Is Uriel a boy or girl name?
Uriel is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #462. As a girl name, it is ranked #9254. Uriel is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Uriel?
Uriel is currently ranked #462 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Uriel?
Common nicknames for Uriel include Uri and Riel.
What are good middle names for Uriel?
Popular middle name pairings include Uriel David, Uriel James, Uriel Miguel, Uriel Alexander, Uriel Emmanuel, Uriel Benjamin, and Uriel Mateo.
What are good sibling names for Uriel?
Names that pair well with Uriel as siblings include Gabriel, Raphael, Elijah, Ariel, Isaiah, Miriam, and Naomi.
How many syllables does Uriel have?
Uriel has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Uriel a common or rare name?
Uriel is a popular name, ranked #462 for boys. It is well-known without being overused.
About the Name Uriel
Uriel is a boy name with Jewish, Christian, Spanish, and Latin American origins . The name means "flame of God" in Hebrew .
Is Uriel a boy or girl name? Uriel is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #462 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #9,254. Uriel is more commonly used as a boy name.
Uriel is currently ranked #462 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Uriel has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Uriel include Uri and Riel. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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