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Yuriah

yoo-RYE-ah · Of uncertain origin; possibly a variant of Uriah or a modern coinage combining elements of popular names.

2025 rank (girls)
#10,107
Babies named in 2025
9
Peak popularity
2023
2025 frequency
1 in 178,585 girls
Usually for
Girls & boys
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady, #10,107 for girls today.

Popularity of Yuriah since 2002

Babies named Yuriah per year in U.S. Social Security records.

481220102020Most births 2023GirlsBoys
GirlsBoys
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirlsBoys
2000s130
2010s4439
2020s3849

Meaning & origin

Yuriah is a modern name that entered U.S. birth records in 2002, a time when inventive and melodious names were gaining popularity. With a rank of 10,107 in 2025, it remains rare, occurring at a rate of about 1 in every 178,585 newborns. Its peak year so far was 2023, suggesting a slow but steady interest in this unisex name. The name's trajectory has been stable, without dramatic rises or falls, and its top states are currently absent from records, indicating broad but thin distribution. Its etymology is debated: it may be a variant of the Hebrew Uriah or a fresh creation influenced by names like Yuri and Aria. Parents drawn to Yuriah likely appreciate its lyrical sound and modern feel, free from strong historical or cultural associations.

Yuriah is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2002. It may be a creative respelling or variant of the Hebrew name Uriah, meaning 'God is my light,' or a blend of sounds from names like Yuri and Aria. Its usage remains rare and is not tied to a specific historical or cultural tradition.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Yuri, Riah

Sibling names for Yuriah

Names that share Yuriah's style, for a brother or sister.

Sisters: Aria, Noora, Zara, Mira, Lena

Brothers: Elian, Kai, Noam, Zion, Ori

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Questions parents ask

What does the name Yuriah mean?
The meaning of Yuriah is uncertain. It may be a modern variant of Uriah, meaning 'God is my light' in Hebrew, or a creative modern coinage without a traditional meaning.
How popular is the name Yuriah?
Yuriah is a rare name. In 2025, it ranked 10,107 with approximately 1 in 178,585 newborns receiving it, and its peak year so far was 2023.
Is Yuriah a boy or girl name?
Yuriah is used for both boys and girls, though it is more commonly given to girls in recent years.