Uriah

Boy's name

Uriah is a Hebrew name meaning "God is my light." It is derived from the Hebrew elements "ur" meaning "light" and "yah" referring to God.

Meaning God is my light
Origin Hebrew
U.S. births in 2023 421
Peak year 2014

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Notable Namesakes

  • Uriah Heep - Fictional character in Charles Dickens' novel "David Copperfield."
  • Uriah Hall - MMA fighter known for his striking skills.
  • Uriah Shelton - Actor in TV series "13 Reasons Why."
  • Uriah Rennie - Former English football referee.
  • Uriah Duffy - Bassist for Whitesnake and Christina Aguilera.
  • Uriah Smith - American religious author and editor.
  • Uriah Butler - Trinidadian trade union leader and politician.
  • Uriah Faber - Retired MMA fighter and UFC Hall of Famer.
  • Uriah Grant - Jamaican reggae musician.
  • Uriah D. Lewis - American Civil War Union Army officer.

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