אורי
Meaning of the name אורי
Uri is a short and meaningful Hebrew name that combines several profound meanings. The basic meaning of the name is "my light," expressing the feeling parents have toward their child who illuminated their lives upon entering the world. The name derives from the root A.W.R, from which the words "or" (light) and "orah" (light/brightness) are derived, expressing the sense of illumination, clarity, and warmth that the child brings. Depending on the vocalization, the name can carry an additional meaning - "Uri" (with u vowel) means "my fire," emphasizing passion, warmth, and inner energy. The name Uri appears in the Bible in several significant contexts. Uri son of Hur from the tribe of Judah was an exceptionally skilled craftsman, the father of Bezalel son of Uri, who built the Tabernacle in the wilderness. As stated in the Book of Exodus: "Then Moses said to the Israelites, 'See, the Lord has chosen Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah.'" This connection gives the name Uri a meaning of artistry, creativity, and connection to holiness. Additionally, Uri the priest was one of three priests mentioned in the Book of Ezra, and he assisted in weighing the silver and gold brought from Babylon to the Temple. This context adds to the name a dimension of trustworthiness, responsibility, and public service. In modern Israeli culture, the name Uri has become one of the most popular and beloved names. It combines tradition and modernity - on one hand, it is an ancient biblical name with deep roots in Jewish history, and on the other hand, it sounds fresh, young, and relevant. The name is particularly suitable for children born during Hanukkah, the Festival of Lights, when candles illuminate the darkness and symbolize the victory of light over darkness, spirit over matter. Uri is a short and catchy name, easy to pronounce and remember, and it carries a positive message of hope, optimism, and illumination. Many families choose this name to express the feeling that the child is the source of light and joy in their lives, and to give him a name that will remind him throughout his life to be a source of positive light in the world.
The name אורי with vowels
אוּרִי
The name אורי in English
Uri | Ori | Ury
אורי is mainly suitable for
Boy and Girl
Is the name אורי considered international
No
Origin of the name אורי from the Bible
Exodus 35:30 - Then Moses said to the Israelites, 'See, the Lord has chosen Bezalel son of Uri, the son of Hur, of the tribe of Judah'
Origin of the name אורי from Kabbalah
In Kabbalah, light represents the purest divine energy, the spiritual abundance descending from the upper sefirot. The name Uri connects its bearer to the sefirah of Chochmah (Wisdom) and the sefirah of Tiferet (Beauty), which illuminate the soul and grant it inner strength. Light is the first expression of creation, and the name Uri symbolizes the direct connection to the Infinite Light.
Gematria value for the name אורי
217
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1
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6
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200
ר
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10
י
Numerology value for the name אורי
1
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1
א
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6
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200
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10
י
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217
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2
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1
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7
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10
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1
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0
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1
Famous people named אורי
Uri Orbach - Israeli journalist and political commentator | Uri Geller - International mentalist and television personality | Uri Zohar - Israeli film director and actor | Uri Avnery - Israeli journalist and peace activist | Uri Pepper - Israeli actor and director | Uri Banai - Israeli musician and singer
Total times the name אורי was registered
47262 times
Graph of the name אורי
* Source: Central Bureau of Statistics. As of April 2022