Uriah

A distinctive pick — fewer than 2 pets share this name.

UnisexdignifiedloyalAlso a baby name →
#22747

Meaning & Story

A Hebrew biblical name meaning God is my light or my flame is Yahweh, associated with the servant in the Book of Ezra and the prophet mentioned in the Book of Nehemiah.

Uriah is a powerful, ancient Hebrew name with deep biblical roots. In the Old Testament, Uriah the Hittite was a loyal soldier whose story appears in the Books of Samuel. The name has endured through centuries and across cultures, retaining its strong, dignified sound. For a pet, Uriah carries an air of nobility and quiet strength — a name for an animal who seems to carry ancient wisdom behind those eyes.

At a Glance

#22747
Overall Rank
2
Registered
Unisex
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Uriah's Personality

Pets named Uriah are most often described as:

  • dignifiedStrong match
  • loyalCommon
  • strongSometimes
  • nobleOccasionally

Trait order based on owner reports across pet registries.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Uriah a good pet name?

Uriah is a well-known pet name with 2 registered pets. Pets named Uriah are often described as dignified, loyal, strong.

Is Uriah a boy or girl pet name?

Uriah is a unisex pet name, equally popular for male and female pets.

Is Uriah also a human name?

Yes! Uriah is both a popular pet name (ranked #22747 for pets) and a baby name. It is one of 1,600+ names shared between pets and humans on NamesPop.

Uriah has two lives

Uriah, the baby name
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Uriah, the pet name
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Last updated May 2026 · Data: NYC & Seattle pet licensing records · Methodology