Rising since 2019, #8,910 for boys today.
Popularity of Usiel since 1993
Babies named Usiel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 46 |
| 2000s | 135 |
| 2010s | 59 |
| 2020s | 28 |
Meaning & origin
Usiel is a rare Hebrew name meaning 'God is my strength,' a variant of the biblical Uziel. First recorded in U.S. birth data in 1993, it reached a peak rank of 8910 in 2007 but has been rising since 2019. As of 2025, it has a one-in-213,510 birth ratio, making it an exceptionally uncommon choice. The name has not been concentrated in any specific states, reflecting its sporadic use nationwide. Its rise in recent years may align with a broader interest in biblical names with a strong, spiritual meaning.
Usiel is a variant of Uziel, derived from the Hebrew name עוּזִיאֵל (Uzi'el), meaning 'God is my strength.' In the Hebrew Bible, Uziel is a minor figure, a son of Kohath and uncle of Moses and Aaron. The name has been used among Jewish communities historically and has seen occasional use in the United States since the late 20th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Uzi, Z
Sibling names for Usiel
Names that share Usiel's style, for a brother or sister.
