Declining since 2011, #1,992 for boys today.
Popularity of Yariel since 1991
Babies named Yariel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1990s | 39 |
| 2000s | 482 |
| 2010s | 1,042 |
| 2020s | 465 |
Meaning & origin
Yariel first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1991 and has seen modest but fluctuating use. It peaked in 2010, when it reached its highest rank. Since 2011, its usage has been on a gradual decline, reflecting its status as a name that had a moment in the early 2000s but has since become less common. In 2025, it ranked 1992 with about 1 in 22,475 boys receiving the name. The name is most popular in New Jersey, Florida, and New York, suggesting a concentration among Hispanic or Jewish communities. While its etymology is uncertain, Yariel has a melodic quality that appeals to parents seeking a modern, distinctive name with a subtle biblical resonance.
Yariel first appeared in the United States in the early 1990s. It may be related to the Hebrew name Yael, meaning 'mountain goat' or 'ibex', or to Ariel, meaning 'lion of God'. However, its exact derivation is unclear, and it is often considered a modern coinage or a creative respelling of existing names.
Where Yariel is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Yari, Yar
Variants: Yariel, Yaryel
Sibling names for Yariel
Names that share Yariel's style, for a brother or sister.
