Raizel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Raizel is a Hebrew name meaning 'rose', symbolizing beauty and grace. It evolved from Hebrew to Yiddish, maintaining its floral connotation. While not biblically tied, it reflects cultural significance in Jewish communities. Its modern perception is that of uniqueness and charm, with notable individuals bearing the name.
The name Raizel is most popular in New York, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Generation Alpha generation in the Northeast region. 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, Raizel has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Raizel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 10394th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 6451st out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4900th out of 27321 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 3855th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2896th out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Raizel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Raizel"
Pronunciation
/ˈraɪ.zəl/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
Raizel is derived from the Hebrew word 'raizel', which means 'rose' or 'rose flower'. It is often associated with beauty and grace.
Meaning
rose
Language Evolution
Hebrew: רֵיזֵּל, Yiddish: רייזל (Rayzel)
Historical Usage
Raizel has been used primarily within Jewish communities, particularly among Yiddish-speaking populations. It gained popularity in the 20th century as Jewish immigrants brought the name to various countries.
Variants & Derivatives
Rayzel, Raizl, Riza
Modern Popularity & Image
The name Raizel is considered unique and charming, often evoking a sense of delicacy and femininity. It is less common in contemporary usage, making it stand out.
Famous People
Raizel Karp, Raizel Kagan
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Raizel"
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 "Raizel"
"Raizel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 10394th of 12526 | 12 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 6451st of 19264 | 113 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 4900th of 27321 | 284 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 3855th of 35406 | 587 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 2896th of 30306 | 701 |
Regional Popularity of "Raizel" 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) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Raizel" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- |
85.51% 2078th/2430 |
- | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- |
44.73% 1558th/3483 |
- | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- |
29.09% 1302nd/4475 |
- | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
20.55% 1061st/5164 |
- |
100.00% 7463rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- |
18.56% 833rd/4487 |
87.73% 5985th/6822 |
73.34% 4603rd/6276 |
State-by-State Popularity of "Raizel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Raizel" 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.