Uriel is a distinctive girls' name in United States, ranking #5653 in 2017 with 23 recorded births. This places Uriel in the top 31% of ranked US girls' names for the year. Its actual usage is classified as Rare. The name reached its all-time peak in 2017 with 23 births ranking #5653. Since 1996, the popularity has increased by 187.5%. In 2017, approximately 1 in every 75,038 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.