Uriel is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #10949 in 2013 with 10 recorded births. The name reached its all-time peak in 2017 with 23 births ranking #5653. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 25.0%. In 2013, approximately 1 in every 175,441 girls born was named Uriel. STABLE Recent data shows the name is currently stable.
Uriel is a luminous Hebrew name meaning God is my light. It feels spiritual, elegant, and slightly uncommon without being obscure.
The name appears in Jewish and Christian tradition and is also associated with an archangel in some texts. Its appeal lies in its bright meaning and its flowing, classical sound.