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Uriel

Uriel is a masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning "God is my light" or "flame of God." It is derived from the Hebrew ór, which means "light," and el, which translates to "God." Uriel is one of the seven archangels in the Hebrew Bible and is known as the angel of wisdom for shedding light on God's truth and dispelling the darkness brought upon by confusion and doubt. Whether you love Uriel for its hopeful symbolism or its connection to a significant religious figure, Uriel is the perfect name for those who wish to raise baby in faith.
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Meaning

God is my light, flame of the lord

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Pronunciation

oor-ee-EL

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Traits

  • Intelligent
  • Devoted
  • Spiritual
  • Determined

Compatibility

Uriel pairs well with traditional and biblical names for siblings, adding a touch of uniqueness. As a middle name, it provides a strong and meaningful addition to the full name. This name fits well in various cultural and religious contexts, adding a sense of depth and significance.

Intelligent Devoted Spiritual Determined

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Famous Personalities

Notable people who share the name.

Portrait of Uriel da Costa

Uriel da Costa

Philosopher

Born: December 14, 1585 · Porto, Portugal

Portrait of Uriel Jones

Uriel Jones

Musician

Born: June 13, 1934 · Detroit, Michigan, USA

Portrait of Uriel Emil Pollak

Uriel Emil Pollak

Painter

Born: June 2, 1877 · Vienna, Austria

Portrait of Uriel Antuna

Uriel Antuna

Footballer

Born: August 21, 1997 · Gomez Palacio, Mexico

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Regional Variations & Spellings

Alternative Spellings

  • Uriel Original form
  • אוּרִיאֵל Hebrew
  • Arabic
  • Georgian
  • Chinese
  • Russian
  • Hindi
  • Korean

Cultural Adaptations

  • أورييل (Uriel) Arabic
  • ურიელი (Urieli) Georgian
  • 乌里尔 (Wūlǐ'ěr) Chinese
  • Уриэль (Uriel') Russian
  • उरिएल (Uriel) Hindi
  • 우리엘 (Urieleu) Korean

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Frequently Asked Questions about Uriel

What does Uriel mean?
God is my light, flame of the lord
What is the origin of Uriel?
Uriel has Hebrew origins.
Is Uriel popular?
Uriel has been viewed 96 times and saved to favorites 0 times by our community.
What are similar names to Uriel?
Similar names include Aria, Walter, Zain, Skye, Nylah.
How do you pronounce Uriel?
Uriel is pronounced oor-ee-EL.

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