Moriah means “bitterness of the Lord.”

Meaning:

Moriah is a biblical name of Hebrew origin, symbolizing divine testing or reverence. It reflects themes of sacrifice and God’s provision.

Notable References:

Moriah is mentioned in the Bible as the location where Abraham was instructed to sacrifice Isaac and later as the site of Solomon’s Temple, as described in Genesis 22:2 and 2 Chronicles 3:1. The name signifies faith and trust in God’s plan.