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Updated November 24, 2023 by Jennifer M.

Uriah

  • Gender: Male
  • Origin: Hebrew
  • Meaning: God Is My Light
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What is the meaning of the name Uriah?

The name Uriah is primarily a male name of Hebrew origin that means God Is My Light.

Uriah Heap, a character in "David Copperfield" by Charles Dickens.

People who like the name Uriah also like:

Asher, Gabriel, Isaiah, Josiah, Isaac, Elijah, Malachi, Aria, Eliana, Naomi, Isabella, Sophia, Audrey, Olivia

Names like Uriah:

Uheri, Urowo, Uhuro, Ura, Urara, Uri

Stats for the Name Uriah

checkmark Uriah is currently not in the top 100 on the Baby Names Popularity Charts
checkmark Uriah is currently #696 in U.S. births

Potential drawbacks of using the name Uriah:

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1. Potential mispronunciation or misspelling due to its uncommon nature.
2. Association with negative biblical connotations, such as Uriah being the husband of Bathsheba who was betrayed by King David.
3. Possible teasing or bullying from peers due to the uniqueness of the name.
4. Difficulty in finding personalized items or souvenirs with the name Uriah.
5. Limited cultural familiarity and potential confusion when introducing oneself to others.