Adiel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Adiel is a Hebrew name meaning 'God is my witness.' Its linguistic roots trace back to the Hebrew name 'Adiyel.' The name has biblical relevance, appearing in genealogies related to King David. Adiel is associated with positive traits such as spirituality and heritage, and it has seen some popularity in various cultures.
The name Adiel is most popular in Arizona, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Adiel has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Adiel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 10102nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4664th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2256th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1286th out of 23106 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 27321st out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 16381st out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 15602nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Adiel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Adiel"
Pronunciation
/ˈædiːəl/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Adiel is derived from the Hebrew name 'Adiyel,' which means 'God is my witness.' It is composed of the elements 'adi' meaning 'ornament' or 'jewel' and 'el' meaning 'God.'
Meaning
God is my witness
Language Evolution
Adiyel (Hebrew), Adiel (English transliteration)
Biblical Background
Adiel is mentioned in the Bible as a descendant of King David, specifically in the genealogies found in 1 Chronicles.
Historical Usage
The name Adiel has been used among Jewish communities and has gained some popularity in Christian contexts due to its biblical references.
Variants & Derivatives
Adiyel, Adielito, Adielis
Modern Popularity & Image
Adiel is viewed positively, often associated with spiritual significance and heritage, particularly among those with Hebrew roots.
Famous People
Adiel Albrecht (German artist), Adiel M. de Almeida (Brazilian politician)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Adiel"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Adiel"
"Adiel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 10102nd of 10718 | 6 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4664th of 16616 | 160 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2256th of 24088 | 833 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1286th of 23106 | 1,759 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 27321st of 27321 | 5 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 16381st of 35406 | 64 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 15602nd of 30306 | 50 |
Regional Popularity of "Adiel" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
53.58% 2783rd/5194 |
49.75% 3143rd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
35.55% 1836th/5164 |
24.48% 1790th/7313 |
22.36% 1669th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
60.99% 2430th/3984 |
21.26% 954th/4487 |
17.65% 1204th/6822 |
18.28% 1147th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Adiel" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Adiel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Adiel" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.