Holding steady, #6,116 for girls today.
Popularity of Iriel since 1992
Babies named Iriel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 11 |
| 2000s | 17 |
| 2010s | 58 |
| 2020s | 52 |
Meaning & origin
Iriel is a modern, rare name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1992. As of 2025, it ranks 6,116th nationally, with about 1 in 84,593 newborns receiving the name. Its peak year so far is 2025, and its trajectory is stable. The name is most commonly used in Texas. Iriel's origin is uncertain but it may be a creative variation of names like Ariel or Uriel, following a pattern of invented names with the -iel suffix. Given its recent coinage and low usage, Iriel remains a distinctive choice.
Iriel is a modern coinage with no long historical etymology. It may have been inspired by names like Ariel or Uriel, blending the popular -iel suffix with an initial I. The spelling and sound pattern align with contemporary invented names. First appearing in U.S. records in 1992, its use remains very rare.
Where Iriel is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Iriel” around the world
Where Iriel 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: Iri, Ri, Ellie
Sibling names for Iriel
Names that share Iriel's style, for a brother or sister.
