Uri Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Uri is a Hebrew name meaning 'my light,' derived from the biblical name Uriah. It reflects a path from ancient Hebrew through modern usage. The name is associated with brightness and has biblical relevance, appearing in the Old Testament. It has gained popularity in recent decades, especially in Hebrew-speaking contexts.
The name Uri is most popular in New Jersey, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Uri has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Uri' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7545th out of 7545 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 6502nd out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 2805th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4003rd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3925th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 3224th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 22155th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 10519th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Uri' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Uri"
Pronunciation
/ˈjuːraɪ/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Uri comes from the Hebrew word ' אור' (or), meaning 'light,' combined with ' י' (y), which can represent 'my' or 'of.' Thus, Uri can be interpreted as 'my light.'
Meaning
my light
Language Evolution
Uriah (Biblical Hebrew), Uri (Modern Hebrew)
Biblical Background
Uri is a biblical name that appears in the Old Testament. He is mentioned as the father of Bezalel, the artisan of the Tabernacle.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Jewish communities and among Hebrew speakers, especially in the 20th century as Hebrew was revitalized as a spoken language.
Variants & Derivatives
Uriah, Ury, Uria
Modern Popularity & Image
Uri is considered a modern and trendy name in Israel and among Jewish communities worldwide. It is associated with brightness and enlightenment.
Famous People
Uri Geller (illusionist and psychic), Uri Avnery (Israeli politician and peace activist), Uri Sivan (physicist)
Explore More Uri Name Visualizations
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Uri"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Uri"
"Uri" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7545th of 7545 | 5 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 6502nd of 7552 | 11 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 2805th of 10718 | 202 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4003rd of 16616 | 201 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 3925th of 24088 | 365 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 3224th of 23106 | 428 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 22155th of 35406 | 30 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 10519th of 30306 | 109 |
Regional Popularity of "Uri" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
36.15% 1259th/3483 |
- |
50.91% 2059th/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
43.75% 1958th/4475 |
- |
63.94% 4039th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
34.68% 1791st/5164 |
- |
50.27% 3752nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
35.99% 1615th/4487 |
50.69% 3458th/6822 |
57.33% 3598th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Uri" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Uri"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Uri" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.