Rising since 1987, #683 for boys today.
Popularity of Jasiel since 1987
Babies named Jasiel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 10 |
| 1990s | 115 |
| 2000s | 360 |
| 2010s | 866 |
| 2020s | 1,442 |
Meaning & origin
Jasiel first entered U.S. birth records in 1987, a time when parents began embracing invented and respelled names. By 2025 it reached its peak rank of 683, with an incidence of 1 in 4,292 boys. The name is most concentrated in New Mexico, Arizona, and California, reflecting its appeal in Hispanic and southwestern communities. Its trajectory has been steadily rising since its debut, suggesting growing familiarity and acceptance. While its etymology is debated, the name likely blends the popular -iel suffix (as in Daniel, Gabriel) with the initial sound of Jace or Jason, giving it a contemporary feel with a subtle biblical echo.
Jasiel first appeared in U.S. records in 1987. It may be a creative respelling of the biblical name Jaziel (mentioned in 1 Chronicles 27:22, meaning 'God is my strength') or a blending of popular modern name elements like Jas- (from Jace or Jason) and -iel (from names like Daniel or Gabriel). Its rise aligns with late-20th-century trends favoring unique, phonetically appealing names with religious echoes.
Where Jasiel is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jase, Jay
Sibling names for Jasiel
Names that share Jasiel's style, for a brother or sister.
