Moriah

Girl's name

Moriah is a Hebrew name meaning "chosen by God." It is derived from the Hebrew word "mor" which means "myrrh" or "bitterness."

Meaning Seen by God
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 195
Peak year 1992

Appears In These Collections

Names Starting With M

Popularity Over Time

Births per year in the United States

Source: Social Security Administration

Notable Namesakes

  • Moriah Peters - Christian singer-songwriter
  • Moriah Jefferson - WNBA basketball player
  • Moriah Van Norman - Professional volleyball player

Sisters for Moriah

Girl names closely related to Moriah

Ariyah Alaiya Aniyah Amani Halo Zaniyah Kailyn Alora

Brothers for Moriah

Boy names closely related to Moriah

Elisha Shiloh Kaleb Zechariah Jaiden Jasiah Truth Malachi

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