Ediel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Ediel is an Old English name that combines elements meaning wealth and battle. It has evolved through various forms in the English language, maintaining a strong and positive connotation. The name does not have direct biblical relevance but embodies traits of prosperity and strength.
The name Ediel is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Ediel has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Ediel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 6036th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 4847th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Ediel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Ediel"
Pronunciation
/ˈɛdiːəl/
Origin
Old English
Etymology
Ediel is derived from the Old English elements 'ead', meaning wealth or fortune, and 'hild', meaning battle. The combination suggests a meaning related to prosperous battle.
Meaning
wealth, fortune, battle
Language Evolution
Old English: Eadgild, Middle English: Edgild, Modern English: Ediel
Historical Usage
Ediel has seen limited usage but has been recognized in various cultures as a name embodying strength and prosperity.
Variants & Derivatives
Eddie, Ead, Eadlin
Modern Popularity & Image
In contemporary times, Ediel is perceived as a unique and strong name, often associated with positive attributes of wealth and success.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Ediel"
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 "Ediel"
"Ediel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 6036th of 24088 | 197 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 4847th of 23106 | 239 |
Regional Popularity of "Ediel" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
41.16% 3010th/7313 |
- |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
83.98% 3768th/4487 |
37.60% 2565th/6822 |
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Regional Popularity of "Ediel" 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 "Ediel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Ediel" 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.