Rising since 1987, #585 for boys today.
Popularity of Eliel since 1975
Babies named Eliel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 10 |
| 1980s | 70 |
| 1990s | 181 |
| 2000s | 913 |
| 2010s | 1,558 |
| 2020s | 2,190 |
Meaning & origin
Eliel is a biblical Hebrew name that saw its first recorded U.S. use in 1975, and has been rising steadily since 1987, reaching its peak rank of 585 in 2025. With 1 in 3,396 baby boys receiving the name that year, it remains relatively uncommon but is gaining traction, particularly in Delaware, Maryland, and New Mexico. The name's structure mirrors that of popular biblical names like Elijah and Eli, while its strong religious meaning appeals to families seeking a distinctive yet traditional choice.
Eliel is a Hebrew name composed of the elements 'El,' meaning 'God,' and 'El,' meaning 'God,' together emphasizing the singularity and sovereignty of God. It appears in the Old Testament as the name of several minor figures, including a Levite and a Gadite warrior. The name has been in occasional use among English-speaking Christians and Jews, and saw a revival in the United States beginning in the late 20th century.
Where Eliel is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Eliel” around the world
Where Eliel lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
50
babies in 2024
Quebec
9
babies in 2025
Sources: INSEE (France) · Retraite Québec (Quebec).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Eli, El
Sibling names for Eliel
Names that share Eliel's style, for a brother or sister.
