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Adriel
BoyHebrew· “flock of God”
- Meaning
- flock of God
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- AY-dree-el
- Syllables
- 2
- US rank 2025
- #84
- US babies 2025
- 3,921
- Best rank
- #84 (2025)
- Peak year
- 2025
Meaning and origin of Adriel
Adriel is a Hebrew name that is usually said to mean “flock of God”.
Adriel is a Hebrew name found in the Old Testament, where Adriel son of Barzillai is the man who married Merab, the daughter of King Saul. Its meaning is usually given as "flock of God," though some sources prefer "God is my help," and the exact sense of the first element is debated. The name was rare for centuries but has become more visible recently, partly because it resembles popular names like Adrian and Ariel while remaining uncommon. Adriel has a soft, melodic sound with a biblical grounding, and it fits comfortably among modern names that end in -el, such as Gabriel and Daniel.
Popularity over time
Adriel first appears in US Social Security records in 1952. It has ranked in the top 1,000 in 24 different years, starting in 2002. It is at its all-time high right now: 2025 brought both its best national rank, #84, and its highest count, 3,921 babies. Use has grown 204% in ten years.
Its national rank moved from #1,726 in 1980, #1,066 in 2000, #516 in 2010, and #84 in 2025. Of the 33,645 US boys named Adriel since records began, 54% were born in the 2020s, its biggest decade. The 2010s come next, with 11,101 babies.
Other boys' names that peaked around the same time include August, Luka, Gael, Emiliano, and Amir.
Where it is most popular (2025)
In 2025, Adriel ranked highest in New Mexico, Arizona, and California.
| State | Rank there | Babies |
|---|---|---|
| New Mexico | #14 | 49 |
| Arizona | #16 | 209 |
| California | #24 | 959 |
| Texas | #24 | 885 |
| Nevada | #30 | 64 |
Gender, sound and spelling
About 98% of US babies named Adriel over the last 20 years were boys, with a small share of girls.
Adriel is usually pronounced AY-dree-el, with two syllables. It has six letters, starts with A and ends in “-el”.
Middle names for Adriel
A few middle names that flow with Adriel: each avoids a matching first letter, a rhyme and a vowel clash where the names meet.
Sibling names for Adriel
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Adriel mean?
Adriel is a Hebrew name that is usually said to mean “flock of God”.
What is the origin of the name Adriel?
Adriel has Hebrew roots. Adriel is a Hebrew name found in the Old Testament, where Adriel son of Barzillai is the man who married Merab, the daughter of King Saul.
Is Adriel a popular name?
Yes. Adriel ranked #84 in the US in 2025, which makes it one of the 100 most popular names.
Is Adriel a boy or girl name?
Adriel is mainly a boy's name. About 98% of US babies named Adriel over the last 20 years were boys, with a small share of girls.
How do you pronounce Adriel?
Adriel is usually pronounced AY-dree-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