Jahaziel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Jahaziel is a Hebrew name meaning 'God is my strength'. It evolved from ancient Hebrew forms and has biblical relevance as a name connected to the tribe of Levi. It is associated with strength and spirituality, although it is not commonly used in modern times.
The name Jahaziel 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, Jahaziel 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, 'Jahaziel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4782nd out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2717th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2134th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Jahaziel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Jahaziel"
Pronunciation
/dʒəˈheɪziːəl/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Jahaziel is derived from Hebrew roots, where 'Yah' refers to God and 'aziel' means 'God is my strength'.
Meaning
God is my strength
Language Evolution
Yahaziel, Yahaziel (Old Testament Hebrew), Jahaziel (Anglicized form)
Biblical Background
Jahaziel appears in the Bible as a member of the tribe of Levi and a descendant of Asaph, a prominent figure in the biblical narrative.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity among Hebrew speakers and has been used in various forms throughout history, particularly among Jewish communities.
Variants & Derivatives
Jahaziel, Yahaziel, Jaziel
Modern Popularity & Image
Jahaziel is not widely used today but is recognized among those familiar with biblical names. It carries a strong spiritual connotation.
Famous People
Jahaziel (biblical figure)
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Jahaziel"
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 "Jahaziel"
"Jahaziel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4782nd of 16616 | 155 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2717th of 24088 | 631 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2134th of 23106 | 801 |
Regional Popularity of "Jahaziel" 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) |
- | - |
50.79% 2638th/5194 |
34.15% 2157th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - |
26.20% 1916th/7313 |
25.41% 1896th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
71.34% 2842nd/3984 |
57.32% 2572nd/4487 |
25.34% 1729th/6822 |
31.02% 1947th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Jahaziel" 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 "Jahaziel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Jahaziel" 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.