Urias

Meaning of Urias

Urias, a Spanish adaptation of the Hebrew name Uriah meaning “Yahweh is my light,” weaves together biblical gravitas and Hispanic warmth in a single syllable; it evokes both the unwavering integrity of King David’s loyal warrior and the gentle luminescence of ancestral faith. In Spanish it flows as oo-RY-as (/uˈrjas/), while in English it transforms into yoo-RY-uhs (/jʊˈraɪəs/), illustrating how names migrate and morph like well-traveled storytellers. Though it seldom breaks into the upper echelons of the Social Security charts—its rank oscillating between the 880s and 930s in recent years, with 21 American boys named Urias in 2024—it sustains a steady heartbeat, appealing to parents who favor a name that rings both venerable and curiously offbeat. Observers might note with dry amusement that while Urias has never quite stolen the spotlight, it refuses to vanish altogether, maintaining a quietly steadfast presence. Its charm lies in this balance: time-honored heritage tempered by modern selectivity, making Urias a thoughtful choice for families seeking depth without pretension.

Pronunciation

Spanish

• Pronunced as oo-RY-as (/uˈrjas/)

English

• Pronunced as yoo-RY-uhs (/jʊˈraɪəs/)

• Uriah
• Uriel
• Urian
• Urie