Uriyah
45% girls · 55% boys
About Uriyah
Uriyah is a masculine name of Hebrew origin, a variation of Uriah, meaning "God is my light" or "flame of God." The name appears in biblical contexts, most notably as the name of a loyal soldier in King David's army. The spelling variation with the 'y' gives the traditional name a more contemporary feel while maintaining its ancient roots. While not among the most common names, Uriyah has seen increased interest in recent years as parents seek names with spiritual significance and distinctive sounds. The name carries a strong, meaningful quality with its connection to light and divinity, offering a name that is both distinctive and rooted in historical tradition.
Uriyah is also given to girls, where it ranks #8322 in the US.
Pronounced oo-RY-uh.
As of October 2026, Uriyah ranked #8322 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #5727 in 2023.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | #3,223 | 35 | 18.2 |
| 2015 | #4,692 | 21 | 11 |
| 2016 | #3,674 | 30 | 15.8 |
| 2017 | #3,308 | 35 | 18.9 |
| 2018 | #3,365 | 34 | 18.7 |
| 2019 | #3,994 | 27 | 15 |
| 2020 | #3,645 | 30 | 17.4 |
| 2021 | #4,226 | 25 | 14.3 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | #4,729 | 22 | 12.9 |
| 2024 | #3,767 | 30 | 17.4 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | 0 |