Holding steady, #8,910 for boys today.
Popularity of Urie since 1922
Babies named Urie per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 11 |
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 20 |
| 1990s | 32 |
| 2000s | 53 |
| 2010s | 68 |
| 2020s | 35 |
Meaning & origin
Urie is an uncommon name with uncertain origins, possibly derived from the Hebrew Uri. Its usage in the United States has been sporadic, with the first recorded instance in 1922. The name saw its peak in 2019, but overall remains rare, with a rank of 8,910 in 2025 and an incidence of about 1 in 213,510 births. The trajectory is stable, meaning Urie is neither surging nor declining rapidly. Despite its rarity, Urie has a soft, melodic sound that fits well with modern naming trends. It has not been recorded in any top states, suggesting its use is scattered nationwide. Parents may be drawn to its simplicity and similarity to more familiar names like Uri or Uriel.
Urie is a name of uncertain origin. It may be a variant of Uri, a Hebrew name meaning 'my light' or 'fire.' Alternatively, it could be a modern English creation, perhaps influenced by the surname Urie or the Scottish place name. The name has seen sporadic use in the United States since the early 20th century, with a recent slight uptick in popularity.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Uri, Rie
Sibling names for Urie
Names that share Urie's style, for a brother or sister.
