Moriah Name Meaning & Origin
/moh-RY-uh/Name Origin
The name Moriah originates from the Hebrew Bible, where Mount Moriah is the location of the binding of Isaac and the site of the First and Second Temples in Jerusalem. It is a biblical place name that has been adopted as a given name, especially among Jewish and Christian communities. The name is often associated with spiritual significance and historical roots in the ancient Near East.
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Israeli (Jewish) 85% -
American (Anglo-American) 10% -
Canadian (Anglo-Canadian) 5%
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Name Details
- First Name: Moriah
- Name Order: Western
- Gender: Unisex
Famous People Named Moriah
Famous individuals named Moriah include Moriah Rose Pereira, known professionally as Poppy, an American singer and YouTuber; Moriah Elizabeth, an American YouTuber and artist; and Moriah Van Norman, an American volleyball player.
Popularity Trend
Growth of the name Moriah in the US (SSA Data):
Moriah Numerology
Soul Urge Number: 1
People with this name tend to be: A natural born leader, independent and ambitious.