Rising since 2006, #2,363 for boys today.
Popularity of Yaziel since 2006
Babies named Yaziel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 38 |
| 2010s | 198 |
| 2020s | 224 |
Meaning & origin
Yaziel is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 2006, reflecting a trend toward innovative, phonetically appealing names. As of 2025, it ranks 2363, with a 1-in-29450 birth rate, indicating a rare but growing choice. Its peak year to date is 2025, and its trajectory has been consistently rising since it entered the charts. The name is most popular in Pennsylvania, Florida, and Texas. While its etymology is uncertain, Yaziel fits within a cluster of names ending in -iel, popular among parents seeking a melodic, masculine sound.
Yaziel is a modern coinage first recorded in the United States in 2006. It may be a blend of the Hebrew name Yael (meaning 'mountain goat') and the suffix -iel ('God'), or a variant of Yisrael ('Israel'). The name does not appear in historical records and is a product of contemporary naming trends, likely influenced by the popularity of similar-sounding names like Yadiel or Yashiel.
Where Yaziel is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Yaz, Yazi, Ziel
Sibling names for Yaziel
Names that share Yaziel's style, for a brother or sister.
