Lamp of God or God is my light
Derived from the Hebrew elements 'ner' meaning lamp or candle and 'yah' referring to the Divine. It is a name that signifies spiritual illumination and guidance. While traditionally masculine in biblical contexts, it has gained modern appeal as a rhythmic, gender-neutral or feminine choice.
Less common today
Neriyah isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #3,383 in 2024.
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).
Father of Baruch the scribe in the Hebrew Bible
American singer and social media personality