Rising since 2014, #5,208 for boys today.
Popularity of Gaddiel since 1999
Babies named Gaddiel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 6 |
| 2000s | 90 |
| 2010s | 108 |
| 2020s | 87 |
Meaning & origin
Gaddiel is a rare biblical name that has seen modest, steady growth in use since first appearing in U.S. records in 1999. Its peak year was 2021, and it has been on a rising trajectory since 2014, according to Social Security data. Despite its rarity, the name maintains a 1-in-94,893 occurrence rate as of 2025, reflecting its niche appeal among parents seeking distinctive Old Testament names. The name has not been recorded in any top states, suggesting it is used very sparsely across the country. Gaddiel offers a strong, faith-rooted choice with a clear meaning, though it remains far outside common usage.
Gaddiel is a biblical name from the Hebrew 'Gaddi' (fortunate) combined with 'El' (God). In the Old Testament, Gaddiel was one of the twelve spies sent by Moses into Canaan, representing the tribe of Zebulun. The name appears only once in scripture and has been used sparingly across religious communities, especially among those valuing obscure biblical names.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Gad, Gaddi, El
Sibling names for Gaddiel
Names that share Gaddiel's style, for a brother or sister.
