Find out how popular the first name Adriel has been for the last 50 years (from 1974 to 2023) and learn more about the meaning and history.

Popularity of Adriel by gender

Based on the last 50 years of data, Adriel is more commonly used as a male name, with approximately 96% of people named Adriel being male.

For the most recent data in 2023, there were 3,185 male babies and 20 female babies born with the name Adriel.

Yes—according to the SSA data, 20 baby girls were named Adriel in 2023, despite it being a predominantly male name. We'd love to know why!

The history of the first name Adriel

The name Adriel is of Hebrew origin, derived from the combination of the Hebrew words "Adir" meaning "mighty" and "El" meaning "God." It dates back to biblical times and is found in the Old Testament.

In the Book of 1 Chronicles, Chapter 4, Verse 18, Adriel is mentioned as the son of Barzillai the Gileadite and the husband of Merab, the daughter of King Saul. This is one of the earliest recorded instances of the name.

Another notable figure bearing the name Adriel is a Jewish writer and philosopher from the 12th century, known as Adriel ben Isaac. He was born in Constantinople (modern-day Istanbul) and wrote several works on Hebrew grammar and biblical exegesis.

During the Renaissance period, there was an Italian philosopher and theologian named Adriel Castellesi, who lived from 1504 to 1586. He was a prominent figure in the intellectual circles of his time and wrote extensively on religious topics.

In the 17th century, Adriel Berges was a French Protestant minister and theologian, born in 1623 and died in 1697. He was known for his sermons and writings on Calvinism.

Another historical figure named Adriel was Adriel Teixeira, a Portuguese explorer and cartographer from the late 16th century. He is credited with creating one of the earliest known maps of the Amazon River basin.

While not as common as some other names, Adriel has been used throughout history in various cultures, reflecting its biblical and linguistic roots. The name has been associated with strength, power, and a connection to divine or religious themes.

Data source

The first name data used on this page comes from the Social Security Administration (SSA). They've been collecting data on baby names since 1880.

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