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Uri
Baby is going to be the new light of your life, and with this Hebrew name, he can feel encouraged to go out and brighten up the world around him. Uri, meaning "my light, my flame," was originally a nickname for Uriah and is also related to Uriel. Uriah, a biblical name, was one of King David's warriors while Uriel is one of the seven archangels of the Apocrypha. While this name has religious connotations, its fiery meaning is strong enough to stand on its own and mirror baby's passion for life.
Hebrew
Male
Meaning
My light, my flame
Popularity
107 views
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0 saves
Popularity trend
Pronunciation
oo-REE
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Traits
- Bright
- Inspiring
- Charming
- Radiant
Compatibility
Uri pairs well with classic or biblical names for siblings, adding a touch of uniqueness. As a middle name, it complements longer first names beautifully. Culturally, Uri fits both modern and traditional naming styles, making it a versatile choice.
Bright
Inspiring
Charming
Radiant
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Famous Personalities
Notable people who share the name.
Uri Geller
Magician and TV personality
Born: December 20, 1946 · Tel Aviv, Israel
Similar Names
Nora
Honor, shining light
Leontyne
Lioness
Kara
Beloved
Gadiel
God is my fortune
Dillon
Like a lion, loyal
Karan
Clever, skillful
Regional Variations & Spellings
Alternative Spellings
- Uri Original form
- אורי Hebrew
- Ури Russian
- उरी Devanagari
- وري Arabic
- ური Georgian
- 우리 Korean
- 烏里 Chinese
- ウリ Japanese
Frequently Asked Questions about Uri
- What does Uri mean?
- My light, my flame
- What is the origin of Uri?
- Uri has Hebrew origins.
- Is Uri popular?
- Uri has been viewed 107 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
- What are similar names to Uri?
- Similar names include Nora, Leontyne, Kara, Gadiel, Dillon.
- How do you pronounce Uri?
- Uri is pronounced oo-REE.
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