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Uriel
BoyHebrew· “God is my light”
- Meaning
- God is my light
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- YOOR-ee-ehl
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #446
- US babies 2025
- 708
- Best rank
- #386 (2008)
- Peak year
- 2008
Meaning and origin of Uriel
Uriel is a Hebrew name that means “God is my light”.
Uriel comes from Hebrew and means God is my light. In Jewish and Christian tradition, Uriel is one of the archangels, named in texts such as the Book of Enoch and Second Esdras and honored in Eastern Orthodox churches. A few minor figures called Uriel do appear in the Books of Chronicles. The name has long been used in Jewish communities and is also popular in Spanish-speaking countries. Uriel has a luminous, spiritual meaning and a gentle, flowing sound. Uri is the common nickname, and it pairs well with classic middle names.
Popularity over time
Uriel first appears in US Social Security records in 1913. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 41 different years, starting in 1985. Its best national rank was #386 in 2008, the same year it reached its highest count of 789 babies. In 2025, 708 babies were named Uriel, and it ranked #446 nationally. That is 44% more than ten years earlier, so it is clearly on the rise.
Its national rank moved from #2,948 in 1920, #1,078 in 1980, #476 in 2000, #441 in 2010, and #446 in 2025. Of the 21,075 US boys named Uriel since records began, 31% were born in the 2000s, its biggest decade. The 2010s come next, with 5,747 babies. Since 2010, 9,585 more have been named Uriel.
Other boys' names that peaked around the same time include Rocco, Jamari, Issac, Colten, and Davis.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Uriel ranked highest in New Mexico, Texas, and California.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | #234 | 9 |
| Texas | #238 | 166 |
| California | #257 | 146 |
| Arizona | #258 | 32 |
| Oregon | #293 | 15 |
Gender, sound and spelling
About 98% of US babies named Uriel over the last 20 years were boys, with a small share of girls.
Uriel is usually pronounced YOOR-ee-ehl, with two syllables. It has five letters, starts with U and ends in “-el”.
Middle names for Uriel
A few middle names that flow with Uriel: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Uriel
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Uriel mean?
Uriel is a Hebrew name that means “God is my light”.
What is the origin of the name Uriel?
Uriel has Hebrew roots. Uriel comes from Hebrew and means God is my light.
Is Uriel a popular name?
Yes. Uriel ranked #446 in the US in 2025, which makes it in the top 1,000.
Is Uriel a boy or girl name?
Uriel is mainly a boy's name. About 98% of US babies named Uriel over the last 20 years were boys, with a small share of girls.
How do you pronounce Uriel?
Uriel is usually pronounced YOOR-ee-ehl. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings