Moriah Boy
Origin(s)
Pronunciationmor-EYE-uh / /məˈraɪə/Hebrew; English
Meaning
Hebrew: 'the Lord is my teacher'; English: 'from the mountain'
Historical & Cultural Background
Moriah is a name of Hebrew origin, often associated with the biblical Mount Moriah, where Abraham was commanded to sacrifice his son Isaac. The name has been used in various religious contexts, particularly in Judaism and Christianity. In modern times, it has gained popularity as a given name in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Moriah has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Moria
- Moryah
International Variants
- Moria (English)
Famous people named Moriah
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Moriah was first seen in the United States in 1979. Moriah has ranked as high as #1358 nationally, which occurred in 2009, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Moriah has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Moriah
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1979 | 7 |
| 1980 | 5 |
| 1981 | 8 |
| 1984 | 7 |
| 1987 | 8 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 6 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 2008 | 13 |
| 2009 | 20 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2018 | 6 |
| 2019 | 8 |