Uriel
Pronounced YOOR-ee-el
- Meaning
- "God is my light; Fire of God"
- Origin
- Hebrew
Uriel means "God is my light" or "fire of God" in Hebrew, combining "ur" (light/fire) with "el" (God). In the Bible, Uriel was a Levite chief who helped transport the Ark of the Covenant to Jerusalem during King David's reign. Uriel of Gibeah is also mentioned as the maternal grandfather of King Abijah of Judah, connecting this name to the royal lineage. The name itself carries profound theological weight — declaring that God is both the source of illumination and the refining fire that purifies. In Jewish and Christian tradition, Uriel is often regarded as one of the archangels, though this tradition comes primarily from extra-biblical sources like 2 Esdras. The name has enjoyed strong and growing popularity, especially among parents who love angel-themed names with deep biblical roots.
Spiritual meaning
Uriel — 'God is my light' — declares that divine illumination is available to every seeking heart. In darkness, confusion, or uncertainty, the believer can trust that God Himself is the light that guides and the fire that refines.
Related verses (KJV)
"Of the sons of Kohath; Uriel the chief, and his brethren an hundred and twenty."
1 Chronicles 15:5 (KJV) →"His mother's name also was Michaiah the daughter of Uriel of Gibeah."
2 Chronicles 13:2 (KJV) →