Uriel
u-riel
US Popularity:981
Origin:Hebrew
Meaning:God is my light; flame of God
Uriel is a masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning "God is my light" or "flame of God." It is derived from the Hebrew ór, which means "light," and el, which translates to "God." Uriel is one of the seven archangels in the Hebrew Bible and is known as the angel of wisdom for shedding light on God's truth and dispelling the darkness brought upon by confusion and doubt. Whether you love Uriel for its hopeful symbolism or its connection to a significant religious figure, Uriel is the perfect name for those who wish to raise baby in faith.
Uriel Name Popularity Data
The Bump Ranking
Overall:Uriel is currently #625 on The Bump
Boy:Uriel is currently #175 on The Bump Boy Names
U.S. Births
Overall:Uriel is currently #981 in U.S. births
Boy:Uriel is currently #334 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#981
in 2022
+ 31
from 2021
Sources
100,000+ Baby Names by Bruce Lansky, pg. 551
Behind the Name, Uriel, June 2019
Abarim Publications, Uriel meaning
Collins Dictionary, Definition of 'Uriel'
Name Doctor, Uriel
Meriiam-Webster, Uriel
Study.com, Cassius in Julius Caesar by Shakespeare | Traits, Quotes & Death, November 2023
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