Uriah is of Hebrew origin, meaning "God is my light". It was the name of one of King David's most loyal soldiers in the Old Testament. The name gained prominence during the Victorian era and remains popular among families with ties to Christianity or Jewish heritage. Uriah is composed of two elements: 'Uri', which means "light", and 'Ah', a short form of 'Yahuah', meaning "God". It is often associated with strength, wisdom, and divine light.
"Uriah experienced a significant surge in popularity between 1992 and 2007, with the highest number of births recorded in 2007 (41). Since then, its usage has fluctuated but remained relatively stable, with an average of around 25 births per year from 2010 to 2023."