Rising since 1986, #1,141 for boys today.
Popularity of Adiel since 1980
Babies named Adiel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 60 |
| 1990s | 158 |
| 2000s | 500 |
| 2010s | 1,237 |
| 2020s | 989 |
Meaning & origin
Adiel is a Hebrew name with biblical roots, meaning 'God is my witness' or 'ornament of God.' In the U.S., it has been in use since 1980, though it remained relatively rare. Its popularity has grown steadily, particularly since 1986, reaching a peak rank of 1141 in 2025, with an estimated 1 in 9,233 boys receiving the name that year. The name is most prevalent in Arizona, Massachusetts, and New Jersey, reflecting its appeal among Jewish and other communities valuing traditional names with spiritual resonance. Adiel offers a distinctive yet accessible choice, fitting within the trend of biblical names with a modern feel.
Adiel is a Hebrew name derived from the elements 'ad' (עד) meaning 'witness' or 'eternity' and 'El' (אל) meaning 'God,' thus carrying the sense 'God is my witness' or 'ornament of God.' It appears in the Hebrew Bible as the name of several minor figures, including a prince of the tribe of Simeon (1 Chronicles 4:36) and a priest (1 Chronicles 9:12). The name has been used among Jewish communities historically and has seen occasional adoption in English-speaking countries, especially in recent decades.
Where Adiel is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Adiel” around the world
Where Adiel lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Adi, Addy
Sibling names for Adiel
Names that share Adiel's style, for a brother or sister.
