Moriah Name Meaning, Origin & Gender

Moriah Name at a Glance

Name	Moriah
Meaning	Bitterness of the Lord.
Origin	Biblical
Gender	Girl

What Does the Name Moriah Mean?

According to the information recorded in our baby name database, Moriah means “Bitterness of the Lord”. Name meanings can vary between languages, regions and naming traditions, so families may also wish to confirm a meaning within the cultural or linguistic context that matters to them.

Moriah Name Origin

Our database records Moriah under Biblical origin. Browse more Biblical baby names to compare other names in the same origin collection.

Is Moriah a Boy or Girl Name?

In our database, Moriah is listed as a girl name. Usage can differ across countries, languages and families.

Choosing the Name Moriah

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