Moriah: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Means chosen by God, a name linked to sacred mountains.
Moriah as a Girl Name
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #1193
- Peak
- #478 in 1992
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Moriah Means
Moriah is a girl name of Hebrew origin. Means chosen by God, a name linked to sacred mountains.
How Popular Moriah Is
Moriah currently ranks #1193 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #478 in 1992. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Moriah
- Moriah peaked at #478 in the U.S. in 1992.
- Moriah is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Moriah is a name with deep biblical and Jewish roots.
Moriah as a Boy Name
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #9428
- Peak
- #4809 in 1981
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Moriah Means
Moriah is a boy name of Hebrew origin. Chosen by God, a mountain name of ultimate devotion and faith.
How Popular Moriah Is
Moriah currently ranks #9428 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #4809 in 1981. It is rising.
Good to Know About Moriah
- Moriah has been gaining popularity in recent years.
- Moriah is a name with deep biblical and Jewish roots.
- Part of the beloved nature-name trend.
Names Like Moriah
Other Hebrew names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Moriah
Hebrew names that pair well as a brother or sister to Moriah.
Questions About Moriah
What does Moriah mean?
Moriah is a girl name of Hebrew origin. Means chosen by God, a name linked to sacred mountains.
How popular is Moriah?
Moriah currently ranks #1193 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #478 in 1992. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Moriah come from?
Moriah comes from Hebrew roots. Moriah peaked at #478 in the U.S. in 1992.
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