Definition, Meaning & Synonyms
uriah
Proper Noun
/juˈraɪ.ə/
Definition
A male name of Hebrew origin, often meaning ‘my light is Yahweh’ or ‘God is my light.’
Examples
- Uriah Heep is a character in Charles Dickens’ novel, ‘David Copperfield.’
- Many parents consider names with biblical significance, and Uriah is one such name.
- In historical contexts, Uriah was known as the husband of Bathsheba in the Bible.
Meaning
Uriah is typically used as a personal name, and it carries significant cultural and historical associations, particularly in religious texts.
Synonyms
- Urie
- Uri
