Uriah Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationYOO-rye-uh / juːˈraɪəHebrew
Meaning
My light is Yahweh
Historical & Cultural Background
Uriah is a name of Hebrew origin, found in the Old Testament of the Bible. It is associated with Uriah the Hittite, a soldier in King David's army. The name has been used in various cultures and has seen periods of popularity in English-speaking countries. It reflects a connection to biblical heritage and religious significance.
Trend Summary
Uriah has seen a gradual increase in popularity in the United States over recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Urijah
International Variants
- Uria (Spanish)
- Urijah (Hebrew)
Famous people named Uriah
Uriah Heep: A fictional character in Charles Dickens' novel 'David Copperfield', known for his scheming nature.
Uriah Faber: An American mixed martial artist and former UFC champion.
Uriah Shelton: An American actor known for his roles in television series such as 'Girl Meets World'.
Uriah Smith: An American author and prominent figure in the Seventh-day Adventist Church.
Fictional characters named Uriah
Uriah: A character in the video game 'The Legend of Zelda: Breath of the Wild', serving as a guardian.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Uriah was first seen in the United States in 1880. Uriah has ranked as high as #870 nationally, which occurred in 2014, and has been most popular in California, Texas, Florida, Ohio, and Indiana. In the past 5 years the name Uriah has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Uriah (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 47 | |
| TX | 41 | |
| FL | 24 | |
| GA | 19 | |
| NM | 15 | |
| WA | 15 | |
| MI | 15 | |
| IN | 14 | |
| NC | 13 | |
| OH | 13 | |
| MO | 13 | |
| TN | 12 | |
| OR | 12 | |
| WI | 11 | |
| AZ | 11 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880 | 10 |
| 1881 | 6 |
| 1882 | 5 |
| 1888 | 7 |
| 1890 | 9 |
| 1891 | 10 |
| 1893 | 5 |
| 1894 | 6 |
| 1897 | 5 |
| 1911 | 6 |
| 1912 | 5 |
| 1913 | 9 |
| 1914 | 8 |
| 1915 | 19 |
| 1916 | 16 |
| 1917 | 15 |
| 1918 | 10 |
| 1919 | 15 |
| 1920 | 16 |
| 1921 | 14 |
| 1922 | 13 |
| 1923 | 5 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1925 | 13 |
| 1926 | 7 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1928 | 11 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1930 | 10 |
| 1931 | 11 |
| 1932 | 8 |
| 1935 | 5 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1938 | 9 |
| 1941 | 10 |
| 1942 | 6 |
| 1944 | 7 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1948 | 8 |
| 1949 | 5 |
| 1952 | 5 |
| 1953 | 5 |
| 1954 | 7 |
| 1955 | 9 |
| 1957 | 7 |
| 1958 | 5 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1968 | 5 |
| 1969 | 5 |
| 1970 | 10 |
| 1971 | 11 |
| 1972 | 25 |
| 1973 | 64 |
| 1974 | 71 |
| 1975 | 56 |
| 1976 | 85 |
| 1977 | 87 |
| 1978 | 93 |
| 1979 | 81 |
| 1980 | 94 |
| 1981 | 81 |
| 1982 | 87 |
| 1983 | 61 |
| 1984 | 65 |
| 1985 | 73 |
| 1986 | 81 |
| 1987 | 105 |
| 1988 | 93 |
| 1989 | 120 |
| 1990 | 80 |
| 1991 | 92 |
| 1992 | 111 |
| 1993 | 84 |
| 1994 | 94 |
| 1995 | 108 |
| 1996 | 101 |
| 1997 | 132 |
| 1998 | 108 |
| 1999 | 138 |
| 2000 | 142 |
| 2001 | 120 |
| 2002 | 124 |
| 2003 | 123 |
| 2004 | 126 |
| 2005 | 128 |
| 2006 | 168 |
| 2007 | 184 |
| 2008 | 339 |
| 2009 | 434 |
| 2010 | 462 |
| 2011 | 435 |
| 2012 | 451 |
| 2013 | 493 |
| 2014 | 559 |
| 2015 | 486 |
| 2016 | 530 |
| 2017 | 520 |
| 2018 | 464 |
| 2019 | 449 |
| 2020 | 421 |
| 2021 | 385 |
| 2022 | 382 |
| 2023 | 381 |
| 2024 | 421 |