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Uriah

Uriah is a masculine Hebrew name meaning “my light is Yahweh” or “flame of God.” This biblical moniker is mentioned throughout the Hebrew Bible, with prophets and priests sharing this name. Uriah’s strong connection to Judaism makes it a befitting name for parent who wishes to raise their child with the teachings of this faith.
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Meaning

Flame of God, my light is Yahweh

Popularity

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Pronunciation

'yoo-RY-ah'

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Name Story

Traits

  • Courageous
  • Faithful
  • Charismatic
  • Determined

Compatibility

Uriah pairs well with classic and timeless names for siblings, adding a touch of uniqueness. It can also work as a strong and meaningful middle name choice. Culturally, Uriah fits well within both traditional and modern naming styles.

Courageous Faithful Charismatic Determined

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of Uriah Heep

Uriah Heep

Fictional character

Born: January 1, 1850 · London, England

Portrait of Uriah Rennie

Uriah Rennie

Referee

Born: January 16, 1959 · Sheffield, England

Portrait of Uriah Shelton

Uriah Shelton

Actor

Born: March 10, 1997 · Dallas, Texas, USA

Portrait of Uriah Hall

Uriah Hall

Martial artist

Born: July 31, 1984 · Spanish Town, Jamaica

Portrait of Uriah Smith

Uriah Smith

Writer

Born: March 3, 1832 · West Wilton, New Hampshire, USA

Portrait of Uriah Duffy

Uriah Duffy

Musician

Born: March 16, 1975 · San Francisco, California, USA

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Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • Uriah Original form
  • אוּרִיָּה Hebrew
  • Урия Russian
  • ورياه Arabic
  • 尤利亚 Chinese
  • उरियाह Hindi
  • 우리야 Korean
  • ウライア Japanese
  • Ուրիա Armenian

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Frequently Asked Questions about Uriah

What does Uriah mean?
Flame of God, my light is Yahweh
What is the origin of Uriah?
Uriah has Hebrew origins.
Is Uriah popular?
Uriah has been viewed 104 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to Uriah?
Similar names include Yousuf, Lincoln, Trevor, Tariq, Coco.
How do you pronounce Uriah?
Uriah is pronounced 'yoo-RY-ah'.

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