Rising since 2012, #2,480 for boys today.
Popularity of Eziel since 2010
Babies named Eziel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2010s | 34 |
| 2020s | 130 |
Meaning & origin
Eziel is a rare but growing name in the United States, first appearing on the Social Security list in 2010. By 2025 it had reached its peak rank of 2,480, with about 1 in 31,631 male births receiving the name. Its trajectory has been consistently rising since 2012, suggesting increasing appeal among parents seeking a distinctive name with an -iel ending. The name is most popular in New York, Texas, and California, states with large Hispanic and diverse populations where similar biblical variants thrive. Eziel likely derives from the Hebrew Uziel, meaning 'God is my strength,' though the exact spelling may be a modern reimagining. As a rare variant of a traditional name, Eziel offers a familiar yet uncommon choice.
Eziel is likely a variant of Uziel (Hebrew עוּזִיאֵל, 'Uzziel), meaning 'God is my strength' or 'power of God.' In the Bible, Uziel was a grandson of Levi and son of Kohath, making it an ancient but rare given name. The spelling Eziel appears to be a modern innovation, possibly influenced by the popular suffix -iel seen in names like Daniel or Gabriel. It has been used in the United States since at least 2010, though it remains uncommon.
Where Eziel is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ez, Ezi
Sibling names for Eziel
Names that share Eziel's style, for a brother or sister.
