Gurias

GOOR-ee-us

Latin, Hebrew, and Aramaic

"lion cub, young lion"

Gurias Origin and Meaning

The name Gurias is a boy's name meaning "lion cub, young lion".

A historical and saintly name, borne by a 4th century Syrian saint and the 16th century saint and archbishop of Kazan (now part of Russia). The name derives from the Hebrew and Aramaic gur or gure meaning "lion cub", making this an animal related name.

In Russia, it may be spelled Guriy, Gurrii, and Gurij.