NAME PROFILE
Uriah
Uriah is a Hebrew name meaning 'my light is Yahweh.' It reflects a sense of brightness and divine guidance. Those named Uriah often exhibit qualities of loyalty, strength, and resilience, drawing inspiration from its rich biblical roots.
Key Stats
| Total births | 12,992 |
| Gender | Male (68% / 32%) |
| Peak year | 2014 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1973 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | — |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Top States
CA — 28%TX — 21%IN — 18%OH — 17%CO — 16%
Notable People
Uriah Heep (Character in *David Copperfield*) · Uriah Smith (Adventist scholar and author) · Uriah Hall (Mixed martial artist) · Uriah Shelton (Actor, *Girl Meets World*) · Uriah J. H. P. Dyer (American politician)
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