Nuriel

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Nuriel Pronunciation

Nuriel is pronounced NOOR-ee-el /ˈnur.i.ɛl/Medium

Meaning: From Hebrew, 'fire of God; light of God' (nur/nuri, 'fire; light', plus el, 'God') — the name of an angel in Jewish tradition; we note the angelic linkLow

In 30 seconds: Fire of God; light of God: Nuriel is Hebrew 'fire of God'. Lyrical, devout, and warm (said 'NOOR-ee-el').

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Origin MediumHebrew

MeaningFrom Hebrew, 'fire of God; light of God' (nur/nuri, 'fire; light', plus el, 'God') — the name of an angel in Jewish tradition; we note the angelic link

U.S. rank (2024)#6697 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births13 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2024

Total births (all-time)≈ 109

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Nuriel comes from Hebrew, 'fire of God; light of God' (nur/nuri, 'fire; light', plus el, 'God') — the name of an angel in Jewish tradition (we note the angelic link). A lyrical, devout Israeli name (said 'NOOR-ee-el'; nickname Nuri).

In the U.S. it appears in Jewish families. Rare, fire-of-God at the root, and devout.

Did you know? Nuriel means 'fire of God; light of God' in Hebrew (nur, 'fire; light', plus el, 'God') — the name of an angel in Jewish tradition — a lyrical, devout name (we note the angelic link; said 'NOOR-ee-el').

Overall data confidence 55%

References — Nuriel — angelic link noted

Variations

NuriNoriel

Nicknames

Nuri

Themes & Styles

Hebrew Angel-name

If you like Nuriel…

Nuri— a kin short form

Uriel— a fellow 'light of God' angel name

Ariel— a sound-neighbor -iel boys' name

Oriel— another -iel boys' name

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Frequently Asked

How do you pronounce Nuriel?

Nuriel is pronounced NOOR-ee-el (/ˈnur.i.ɛl/). Press play above to hear Nuriel said aloud.

How do you say Nuriel?

Nuriel is said NOOR-ee-el (/ˈnur.i.ɛl/). Press play above to hear Nuriel said aloud.

What does the name Nuriel mean?

Nuriel is Hebrew for 'fire of God; light of God' — the name of an angel. We note the angelic link.

Is Nuriel a boy or girl name?

Nuriel is a boy's name.

How popular is Nuriel?

Nuriel is a rare name in the U.S.