Raziel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Raziel is a Hebrew name meaning 'Secret of God'. It evolved from its original form in Hebrew and is linked to Jewish mystical traditions, particularly in Kabbalah. The name is associated with traits of wisdom and secrecy. While not directly referenced in the canonical Bible, Raziel holds significant importance in Jewish mysticism.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Raziel"
Pronunciation
/ˈræziːəl/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Raziel means 'Secret of God' in Hebrew, derived from 'raz' meaning 'secret' and 'El' referring to God.
Meaning
Secret of God
Language Evolution
Raziel, Razi'el
Biblical Background
Raziel is considered an archangel in Jewish mysticism and is mentioned in various texts, though not in the canonical Bible.
Historical Usage
The name gained popularity in Jewish mystical texts during the medieval period, particularly in Kabbalistic literature.
Variants & Derivatives
Razi, Raz
Modern Popularity & Image
Raziel is viewed positively, often associated with wisdom and divine secrets, and is used in various cultural contexts.
Famous People
Raziel Abudraham, Raziel Cohen
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Boy Name Trend
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✨ Raziel Name Meaning & Significance
Popularity Trend
Less Common name with 86 peak births in 2024
Geographic Spread
Popular across 9 US states, with strongest presence in Texas
Historical Span
Data spanning 145 years from 1880 to 2024, showing long-term trends
Generational Impact
Influenced 5 different American generations with varying popularity
Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Raziel"
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 "Raziel"
"Raziel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 4084th of 16616 | 196 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2938th of 24088 | 563 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2228th of 23106 | 750 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Girl | 25965th of 35406 | 18 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Girl | 19402nd of 30306 | 28 |
Regional Popularity of "Raziel" 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) |
- |
67.73% 3031st/4475 |
54.91% 2852nd/5194 |
32.58% 2058th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
46.86% 2420th/5164 |
33.11% 2421st/7313 |
27.40% 2045th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
71.34% 2842nd/3984 |
57.97% 2601st/4487 |
28.58% 1950th/6822 |
30.27% 1900th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Raziel" 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 "Raziel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Raziel" 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.
Comprehensive Regional & Generational Popularity Trends of "Raziel" in the United States
The name Raziel is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation Alpha generation in the West 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, Raziel has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, too falling 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, 'Raziel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 4084th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2938th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2228th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 25965th out of 35406 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 19402nd out of 30306 names. Discover how the name 'Raziel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.