Uriel
Uriel is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “God is my light”.
| Meaning | God is my light |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | אוּרִיאֵל |
| Pronunciation | oo-ree-EL |
| Tradition | Jewish, Christian |
| Used in | Israel, Mexico, Argentina, United States |
Meaning and origin of Uriel
Uriel comes from the Hebrew Uri'el, combining or, 'light', and El, 'God', so it means 'God is my light'. A Levite named Uriel is mentioned in Chronicles, but the name is best known as that of an archangel in Jewish and Christian writings outside the main biblical canon, such as the Book of Enoch and 2 Esdras. In Spanish it is stressed on the last syllable.
Is Uriel a Jewish name?
Uriel is the name of an archangel in Jewish tradition, invoked in the bedtime Shema alongside Michael, Gabriel and Raphael. Some Christian churches, especially Orthodox and Anglican traditions, also honour him.
How popular is Uriel?
Used in Israel and increasingly popular in Mexico and Latin America.
Gifts with the name Uriel
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- Jewish baby gifts & books (Amazon)
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Uriel mean?
Uriel means 'God is my light'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Uriel a Jewish name?
Uriel is the name of an archangel in Jewish tradition, invoked in the bedtime Shema alongside Michael, Gabriel and Raphael. Some Christian churches, especially Orthodox and Anglican traditions, also honour him.
How do you pronounce Uriel?
Uriel is pronounced oo-ree-EL.
Is Uriel a boy or girl name?
Uriel is usually a boy name.