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Origin: Hebrew

Meaning: Yahweh is ruler; Yah retains

Honor baby’s religious heritage with the name Seriah. Thought to be a variation of Seraiah or Sariah, this may be a gender-neutral moniker with Hebrew roots. With the supposed meaning “Yahweh is ruler” or “Yah retains,” Seriah features quite frequently in the Old Testament. The name of many figures, Seriah was the last high priest before the Babylonians captured and destroyed Jerusalem, one of David’s scribes, and more. No matter which of their namesakes inspires them, baby Seriah will feel forever linked with their faith.