Holding steady, #6,446 for boys today.
Popularity of Jehiel since 1996
Babies named Jehiel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 15 |
| 2000s | 71 |
| 2010s | 71 |
| 2020s | 46 |
Meaning & origin
Jehiel is a rare Hebrew name with deep biblical roots, meaning 'God lives' or 'may God live.' It has been used among Jewish communities for centuries but has only appeared on U.S. records since 1996, with a first recorded year of 1996. As of 2025, it ranked 6,446, with about 1 in 131,390 boys receiving the name. Its peak popularity occurred in 2023, and the trajectory is stable. No top states were recorded due to its rarity. While the name is uncommon, it carries strong historical and religious significance, appealing to families seeking a distinctive yet traditional name.
Jehiel is a Hebrew name derived from the biblical name Yeḥi'el (יְחִיאֵל), meaning 'God lives' or 'may God live.' In the Hebrew Bible, Jehiel is a minor figure mentioned in 1 Chronicles as a Levite and a gatekeeper for the Ark of the Covenant. The name has been used among Jewish communities for centuries but remains rare in English-speaking countries.
“Jehiel” around the world
Where Jehiel lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
10
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Yehiel
Sibling names for Jehiel
Names that share Jehiel's style, for a brother or sister.
