Rising since 2009, #7,491 for girls today.
Popularity of Auriel since 1979
Babies named Auriel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 | 0 |
| 1980s | 149 | 0 |
| 1990s | 283 | 0 |
| 2000s | 155 | 30 |
| 2010s | 194 | 25 |
| 2020s | 84 | 56 |
Meaning & origin
Auriel first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1979, a time when creative name combinations were on the rise. It reached its peak rank at 7,491 in 1991, then declined before gradually rising again since 2009. In 2025, approximately 1 in every 114,805 newborns receives the name, making it an extremely rare choice. The name's trajectory shows growing interest, particularly among parents seeking a melodic, modern unisex option. Though not tied to any top state, Auriel's appeal lies in its ethereal sound and flexibility, blending elements of nature and spirituality without a fixed cultural origin.
Auriel is a modern coinage likely inspired by the Hebrew name Ariel, meaning 'lion of God,' or influenced by the Latin 'aurum' (gold) and the popular -el suffix. It emerged in the late 20th century as a unisex choice, particularly in the United States, where similar invented names gained popularity.
“Auriel” around the world
Where Auriel 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: Auri, Elle, Aury
Sibling names for Auriel
Names that share Auriel's style, for a brother or sister.
