Uriel

Boy Name #462 Most Popular Rising 3 Syllables

An archangel's name meaning God is my light

Jewish Christian Spanish Latin American

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Meaning & Origin

"flame of God"

Origin: Hebrew

Language: Hebrew

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.

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

Famous People Named Uriel

Uriel Antuna

Athlete

1997

Mexican professional soccer player who plays as a winger for the Mexican national team

Uriel da Costa

Writer

1585

Portuguese-Dutch philosopher and freethinker who challenged religious orthodoxy in the 17th century

Uriel Septim VII Fictional

Other

Emperor of Tamriel in the Elder Scrolls video game series, voiced by Patrick Stewart in Oblivion (2006)

Quick Facts

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

Pairs Well With

Uriel David Uriel James Uriel Miguel Uriel Alexander Uriel Emmanuel Uriel Benjamin Uriel Mateo

Sibling Names

Gabriel Raphael Elijah Ariel Isaiah Miriam Naomi

Also a Girl Name

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.