Declining since 2022, #7,679 for boys today.
Popularity of Daviel since 1982
Babies named Daviel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 18 |
| 1990s | 13 |
| 2000s | 87 |
| 2010s | 160 |
| 2020s | 105 |
Meaning & origin
Daviel is a rare modern name that first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1982. It combines the familiar David with the fashionable suffix -iel, a pattern seen in biblical names like Daniel and Michael. The name reached its peak popularity in 2022, but has since been on a downward trajectory. In 2025, it ranked 7,679th nationally, given to about 1 in 170,808 boys. Despite its low frequency, Daviel has a contemporary, melodic feel that appeals to parents seeking a distinctive choice without straying far from tradition. The name has not been recorded in any top state data, reflecting its scattered use across the country.
Daviel appears to be a modern invention, blending the classic name David with the popular suffix -iel (derived from names like Daniel or Michael). It has been in sporadic use in the United States since 1982, with a slight peak in the early 2020s. The name carries no known historical or linguistic roots outside of this constructed formation.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dave, Davy, El
Sibling names for Daviel
Names that share Daviel's style, for a brother or sister.
