Rising since 1994, #2,480 for boys today.
Popularity of Asiel since 1989
Babies named Asiel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 34 |
| 2000s | 165 |
| 2010s | 334 |
| 2020s | 327 |
Meaning & origin
Asiel is a biblical Hebrew name meaning 'God has made,' recorded in the Old Testament as a descendant of Simeon. The name first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1989 and has been gradually rising in use, particularly since 1994. By 2025 it ranked 2,480 for boys, at a rate of 1 in 31,631 births. Its peak year so far is 2023, and it has been most popular in Texas and California. Asiel fits a modern trend of revived biblical names, offering a distinctive alternative to more common -el names like Gabriel and Daniel. Its gentle sound and spiritual meaning appeal to parents seeking a name with religious roots that remains relatively uncommon.
Asiel is a Hebrew name found in the Old Testament (1 Chronicles 4:35) as a descendant of Simeon. The name derives from the Hebrew elements 'asah' (to make, do) and 'El' (God), meaning 'God has made' or 'made by God.' It has been used among English-speaking families primarily in the late 20th and 21st centuries, often as a biblical choice.
Where Asiel is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Asiel” around the world
Where Asiel 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: Ace, Asi, Siel
Sibling names for Asiel
Names that share Asiel's style, for a brother or sister.
