Aviel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Aviel is a Hebrew name meaning 'God is my father', derived from 'Aviyel'. It has evolved through forms like Aviyel to its current form. The name carries significant biblical relevance and is seen as meaningful in modern Hebrew-speaking communities.
The name Aviel is most popular in New York, 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, Aviel has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling 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, 'Aviel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8553rd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 6130th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4030th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2211th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 28012th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 17255th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Aviel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Aviel"
Pronunciation
/ˈɑːviːɛl/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Aviel is derived from the Hebrew name 'Aviyel', which means 'God is my father'. It combines 'Avi', meaning 'my father', and 'El', meaning 'God'.
Meaning
God is my father
Language Evolution
Aviyel, Aviel
Biblical Background
Aviel is mentioned in the Bible as the name of a descendant of Benjamin.
Historical Usage
The name Aviel has been used in Jewish communities for centuries and has gained popularity in modern times as part of a trend towards Hebrew names.
Variants & Derivatives
Avi, Avy, Avielah
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Aviel is perceived as a unique and meaningful name, especially among families looking to honor their Hebrew heritage.
Famous People
Aviel Shwartz - an Israeli artist known for his contemporary works.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Aviel"
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 "Aviel"
"Aviel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 8553rd of 10718 | 14 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 6130th of 16616 | 101 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4030th of 24088 | 354 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2211th of 23106 | 763 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 28012th of 35406 | 14 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 17255th of 30306 | 39 |
Regional Popularity of "Aviel" 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) |
- | - |
67.60% 3511th/5194 |
53.79% 3398th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
38.30% 1978th/5164 |
46.37% 3391st/7313 |
41.46% 3094th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
79.99% 3187th/3984 |
32.81% 1472nd/4487 |
36.43% 2485th/6822 |
28.35% 1779th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Aviel" 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 "Aviel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Aviel" 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.