Urijah

Origin

Derived from Hebrew, the name Urijah (or Uriah) appears in biblical texts as a prophet and a court official. Its roots are in the Hebrew Bible, with the original spelling

Meaning

Urijah is a Hebrew name meaning 'Yahweh is my light' or 'fire of Yahweh'. It carries religious significance, associated with prophecy and biblical figures in Jewish tradition. In Australian English contexts, it reflects heritage and cultural identity linked to biblical history.

Pronunciation

/ˈjʊərɪjə/ (YOO-ree-yah) with emphasis on the first syllable in Australian English pronunciation, reflecting Hebrew pronunciation influences (ɪ). The stress pattern is first syllable emphasis.

Variants & Nicknames

Name Days

• 24 July (Feast of Saint Uriah)
• Māori New Year associated with iwi celebrations, based on lunar calendar data
• 26 July (Saint Uriah's Day)

Name Pairings

Names that pair well with urijah:

• Joshua and Caleb
• Harry and Oliver
• Charlie and Alex

Fun Facts

• The name Urijah appears in the Bible as a prophet and a court official during King David's reign.
• Urijah is also a name used for Mount Uriah, a prominent geographic feature in some regions of Australia, linking the name to local topography.
• Famous Australians with this name include Urijah Faber, a mixed martial artist, though he is not Australian.
• In popular culture, the name has been used in Australian television series and local literature to evoke biblical or heritage themes.

Personality Traits

Common traits associated with the name urijah:

• Loyal
• Respectful
• Strong-willed

Aesthetic Qualities

The name Urijah features a classic biblical aesthetic with a unique phonetic structure, handsome and evocative of history in written and spoken form in Australia.

Geographical Distribution

More common in urban centres with diverse cultural communities, such as Sydney and Melbourne, where biblical names influence naming trends. Less common in rural regions.

Numerological Significance

Name number 9, indicating humanitarian ideals, global awareness, and compassionate leadership based on numerology calculations for the name Urijah in Australian numerology.

Astrological Connections

Associated with Leo or Sagittarius due to its fiery roots, emphasizing traits of leadership, optimism, and charisma for those born under these zodiac signs.

Historical Context

The biblical Uriah is known as the husband of Bathsheba and a prophet, symbolising loyalty and righteousness in cultural narratives. The name has been historically cherished in Jewish and Christian traditions.

Linguistic Adaptability

The name Mattifies well across languages, with slight variations in pronunciation and spelling in European languages and transliterations in Asian scripts.

Famous People Named urijah

• Urijah Faber (Mixed Martial Artist)
• Urijah Tanuvasa (Australian rugby player)
• Urijah R. (fictional character in Australian novel series)

Popularity in Australia