Uri

Connect your little one with your family line with the name Uri, which has Hebrew and Japanese roots. Baby is going to be the new light of your life, and with this name, they can feel encouraged to go out and brighten up the world around them. Uri, meaning "my light,” or “my flame," can act as a nickname for the Hebrew monikers Uriah and Uriel. Uriah was one of King David's warriors, while Uriel is one of the seven archangels of the Apocrypha. While this name has religious connotations, its fiery meaning is strong enough to stand on its own and mirror baby's passion for life. Uri may also have Japanese origins, with possible meanings including “space,” “universe,” “village,” or “birthplace.” Whether you and baby call Japan your ancestral home or somewhere else on the globe, the name Uri can help you connect to your shared heritage.