Holding steady, #6,838 for girls today.
Popularity of Moriyah since 1999
Babies named Moriyah per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 85 |
| 2010s | 185 |
| 2020s | 102 |
Meaning & origin
Moriyah is a modern feminine variant of the biblical place name Moriah, first recorded in U.S. birth data in 1999. The name experienced its peak popularity in 2013, though it remains relatively rare, with a 2025 rank of 6,838 and approximately 1 in 100,454 newborn girls receiving the name. Its trajectory has been stable in recent years, suggesting a steady but niche appeal among parents seeking a name with Hebrew roots and a melodic sound. The name is most often spelled Moriyah or Moriah, and it carries a gentle, spiritual resonance without being tied to any particular state or region.
Moriyah is a feminine name of Hebrew origin, derived from the biblical place name Moriah, the mountain where Abraham was tested. The meaning is often interpreted as 'God is my teacher' or 'the Lord is my light.' It shares roots with the name Moriah but has gained separate modern use.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mori, Mia, Riah
Sibling names for Moriyah
Names that share Moriyah's style, for a brother or sister.
