MallowbyNames

Ambriel

AM-bree-el · Probably a modern coinage inspired by the angel name Gabriel, with a possible echo of 'amber'.

2025 rank (girls)
#14,942
Babies named in 2025
5
Peak popularity
1996
2025 frequency
1 in 321,453 girls
Usually for
Girls
Trend
Holding steady

Holding steady, #14,942 for girls today.

Popularity of Ambriel since 1985

Babies named Ambriel per year in U.S. Social Security records.

917261990200020102020Most births 1996Girls
Data table (by decade)
DecadeGirls
1980s5
1990s98
2000s107
2010s71
2020s13

Meaning & origin

Ambriel is a relatively recent addition to the American naming landscape, first recorded in 1985. It has maintained a low but stable presence, with its highest usage occurring in 1996 (its peak year). As of 2025, it ranks 14,942 and is given to about 1 in every 321,453 newborns, placing it firmly in the realm of rare, distinctive choices. The name's trajectory has been consistent over recent decades, neither surging nor fading. This pattern suggests a small but steady group of parents drawn to its melodious, angelic sound. Though no top states are associated with it, Ambriel fits a contemporary style that blends soft, feminine sounds with a touch of the ethereal, making it an option for those seeking a name that feels both modern and timelessly romantic.

Ambriel appears to be a modern invented name, likely formed from the popular element 'Am-' (as in Amber or Amy) combined with '-riel', a suffix common in angelic names such as Gabriel and Ariel. The name first appeared in U.S. records in the mid-1980s, reflecting a trend toward elaborations of established names with a celestial or romantic feel. It has been given almost exclusively to girls.

Nicknames & variants

Nicknames: Amby, Brie, El

Sibling names for Ambriel

Names that share Ambriel's style, for a brother or sister.

A parent animal hugging its little one, the personalized name page

A is for Ambriel, our favorite little girl.

A is for Ambriel…”

In a Mallowby alphabet book, Ambriel's letter becomes Ambriel's page: hand-illustrated, printed hardcover or paperback, made just for them.

Make Ambriel's book

Books for siblings or grandkids? The second book is 15% off.

Questions parents ask

What does the name Ambriel mean?
Ambriel is a modern invented name with no traditional meaning. It is thought to be a blend of 'Amber' or 'Amy' with the angelic suffix '-riel' from names like Gabriel, giving it a celestial or precious association.
How popular is Ambriel today?
In 2025, Ambriel ranked 14,942 in the U.S., with about 1 in every 321,453 babies given the name. Its peak popularity was in 1996.
Is Ambriel a boy or girl name?
Ambriel is used almost exclusively as a girl's name in the United States.