Zabdiel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Zabdiel originates from Hebrew, meaning 'gift of God.' It has evolved through historical forms while maintaining its biblical significance. The name reflects traits of divinity and blessing. It has gained popularity particularly among Puritan communities and holds a positive perception today.
The name Zabdiel is most popular in Texas, 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 gaining popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Zabdiel has been stalled for male in MidWest, too falling for male in Northeast, too falling 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, 'Zabdiel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 8634th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 4680th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 1776th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Zabdiel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Zabdiel"
Pronunciation
/zæbˈdiːəl/
Origin
Hebrew
Etymology
The name Zabdiel is derived from the Hebrew words 'zavda,' meaning 'gift,' and 'El,' meaning 'God.' Therefore, Zabdiel can be interpreted as 'God has bestowed' or 'gift of God.'
Meaning
gift of God
Language Evolution
Zabdiel, Zabdielus, Zabdielis
Biblical Background
Zabdiel is mentioned in the Bible as a member of the tribe of Levi and is associated with the service of God.
Historical Usage
The name Zabdiel gained popularity in the early 17th century, particularly among Puritan communities, as biblical names were favored during this period.
Variants & Derivatives
Zabdielus, Zabdielis, Zabdi
Modern Popularity & Image
Today, Zabdiel is considered a unique and uncommon name, often viewed positively for its biblical roots and meaning.
Famous People
Zabdiel Adams, a notable figure in early American history, Zabdiel M. F. Smith, a 19th-century American politician
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Zabdiel"
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 "Zabdiel"
"Zabdiel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 8634th of 16616 | 48 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 4680th of 24088 | 287 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 1776th of 23106 | 1,064 |
Regional Popularity of "Zabdiel" 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) |
- | - |
43.03% 3147th/7313 |
41.03% 3062nd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
64.48% 2569th/3984 |
26.41% 1185th/4487 |
23.70% 1617th/6822 |
27.09% 1700th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Zabdiel" 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 "Zabdiel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Zabdiel" 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.