Rising since 1985, #6,143 for boys today.
Popularity of Magdiel since 1974
Babies named Magdiel per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 2005, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Magdiel's real moment was 2020.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 12 |
| 1980s | 36 |
| 1990s | 101 |
| 2000s | 201 |
| 2010s | 146 |
| 2020s | 112 |
Meaning & origin
Magdiel is a rare name with biblical roots, having been recorded in the United States since 1974. It has never been common, but it has seen a gradual increase in usage since the 1980s, with its peak popularity occurring in 2020, when it ranked 6,143rd. Approximately 1 in every 122,005 boys received the name in 2025. The name's obscurity and distinctive sound may appeal to parents seeking something uncommon yet grounded in biblical tradition.
Magdiel appears as a place name in the Hebrew Bible, with uncertain meaning. Some scholars suggest it derives from Hebrew elements meaning 'prince of God' or 'tower of God,' but this is speculative. It has been used sparingly as a given name, particularly in the United States since the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mag, Mags, Diel
Variants: Magdiel
Sibling names for Magdiel
Names that share Magdiel's style, for a brother or sister.
