Neriah
Neriah is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning “Lamp of the Lord”, pronounced nuh-RY-ah. It ranked #762 in the United States in 2025, given to 356 babies, and peaked at #762 in 2025. Common nicknames: Neri, Ria.
How popular is Neriah in the United States?
Data: U.S. Social Security Administration (SSA). Based on all Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
What does Neriah mean, and where does it come from?
Neriah is a Hebrew name meaning the lamp or light of Yahweh, and in the Book of Jeremiah it belongs to a man — the father of Baruch, the prophet's scribe. In modern American use it has become a girls' name, read as a sister to Mariah and Moriah. The records hold it from 1994, and it entered the top thousand in 2013, reaching its highest position in 2025. It belongs with Selah, Adalyn and Keziah among the biblical names revived by evangelical families in the last two decades.
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Frequently Asked Questions
What does the name Neriah mean?
Neriah is a girl name of Hebrew origin meaning "Lamp of the Lord." Neriah is a Hebrew name meaning the lamp or light of Yahweh, and in the Book of Jeremiah it belongs to a man — the father of Baruch, the prophet's scribe. In modern American use it has become a girls' name, read as a sister to Mariah and Moriah.
How do you pronounce Neriah?
Neriah is pronounced nuh-RY-ah. Common variations include Neria, Nerea, Nariah.
Is Neriah a girl name?
Yes, Neriah is traditionally a girl name. Popular nicknames include Neri, Ria.