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Adiel
BoyHebrew· “ornament of God”
- Meaning
- ornament of God
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- AY-dee-el
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #1,141
- US babies 2025
- 185
- Best rank
- #1,087 (2017)
- Peak year
- 2021
Meaning and origin of Adiel
Adiel is a Hebrew name that is usually said to mean “ornament of God”.
Adiel is a Hebrew name usually interpreted as "ornament of God." It appears several times in the books of Chronicles, where it is borne by a few minor figures in genealogies and lists of officials. As a modern given name, Adiel is used in Israel and in Spanish-speaking communities, and it has a gentle, melodic sound. It resembles names like Ariel and Daniel, which helps it feel familiar. Adi is a friendly nickname.
Popularity over time
Adiel first appears in US Social Security records in 1980. It has never ranked in the national top 1,000, which keeps it genuinely uncommon. Its best national rank was #1,087 in 2017, and the most babies received it in 2021, when 190 were named Adiel. In 2025, 185 babies were named Adiel, and it ranked #1,141 nationally. That is 42% more than ten years earlier, so it is clearly on the rise.
Its national rank moved from #5,532 in 1980, #3,766 in 2000, #1,652 in 2010, and #1,141 in 2025. Of the 2,944 US boys named Adiel since records began, 42% were born in the 2010s, its biggest decade. The 2020s come next, with 989 babies.
Other boys' names that peaked around the same time include Zephyr, Kross, Kruz, Jenson, and Kashmir.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Adiel ranked highest in Arizona, Massachusetts, and New Jersey.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| Arizona | #559 | 12 |
| Massachusetts | #620 | 7 |
| New Jersey | #708 | 9 |
| Maryland | #810 | 5 |
| New York | #844 | 16 |
Gender, sound and spelling
About 96% of US babies named Adiel over the last 20 years were boys, with a small share of girls.
Adiel is usually pronounced AY-dee-el, with two syllables. It has five letters, starts with A and ends in “-el”.
Middle names for Adiel
A few middle names that flow with Adiel: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Adiel
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Adiel mean?
Adiel is a Hebrew name that is usually said to mean “ornament of God”.
What is the origin of the name Adiel?
Adiel has Hebrew roots. Adiel is a Hebrew name usually interpreted as "ornament of God." It appears several times in the books of Chronicles, where it is borne by a few minor figures in genealogies and lists of officials.
Is Adiel a popular name?
Not especially. Adiel ranked #1,141 in the US in 2025, which puts it outside the top 1,000.
Is Adiel a boy or girl name?
Adiel is mainly a boy's name. About 96% of US babies named Adiel over the last 20 years were boys, with a small share of girls.
How do you pronounce Adiel?
Adiel is usually pronounced AY-dee-el. Stressed syllables are in capital letters.
Popularity figures come from US Social Security card applications (names given to at least five babies in a year, 1880 to 2025). How we source names and meanings