Katriel

Meaning & origin

Katriel entered U.S. birth records in 1994, a relatively recent addition to the baby name landscape. Its peak popularity came in 2006, though even then it remained quite rare. In 2025, the name ranks 9,457th, with a frequency of approximately 1 in 160,727 births. Since 2021, its usage has been rising, suggesting a growing appeal among parents seeking a melodic, biblical-sounding name that balances tradition with modernity. The name's Hebrew origins and meaning 'God is my crown' give it a spiritual depth, while its sound aligns with popular feminine names ending in '-el'. Katriel is used across the United States, though no single state stands out as a particular stronghold. Its rarity makes it a distinctive choice, yet its structure feels familiar, blending the popular prefix 'Kat-' with the angelic suffix '-iel'.

Katriel is a Hebrew name derived from the elements 'keter' (crown) and 'El' (God), thus meaning 'crown of God' or 'God is my crown'. It appears in Jewish tradition as a masculine name, though in modern English-speaking contexts it has gained popularity as a feminine name, partly due to its similarity to names like Katherine and Gabrielle.