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Yuriel
How to Pronounce Yuriel
Pronounced yoo-ree-EL /Λju.riΛΙl/Medium
Meaning: A Latina form joining Yuri/Uri ('light; my light', Hebrew/Slavic) with -el ('God') β 'God is my light'; echoes Uriel; routes layeredLow
Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880βpresent). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Yuriel is a Latina name joining Yuri/Uri β variously 'my light' (Hebrew ur, 'light, flame') or 'a farmer' (the Slavic Yuri/George) β with the Hebrew -el, 'God' β and echoing Uriel, 'God is my light' (the archangel; routes layered, which we note). A devout, melodic, modern name in Spanish-speaking families (said 'yoo-ree-EL').
It registers thinly in records. Rare, God-is-my-light at the root, and devout.
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Frequently Asked
What does the name Yuriel mean?
Yuriel echoes Uriel β Hebrew 'God is my light'; the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Yuriel?
It's said yoo-ree-EL /Λju.riΛΙl/ β three syllables, stress on the last.
Is Yuriel a boy or girl name?
Yuriel is a boy's name.
How popular is Yuriel?
Yuriel is a rare name in the U.S.