Rising since 2000, #5,045 for boys today.
Popularity of Yeriel since 1989
Babies named Yeriel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 5 |
| 1990s | 15 |
| 2000s | 86 |
| 2010s | 185 |
| 2020s | 112 |
Meaning & origin
Yeriel is a rare and modern name that first appeared on U.S. birth records in 1989. Its meaning is uncertain: it may be a Spanish adaptation of the Hebrew Uriel ('God is my light') or a contemporary blend of sounds from names like Yesenia and Daniel. The name has climbed slowly in usage since 2000, reflecting a broader trend toward unique, melodic boy names. In 2025, it ranked 5,045 with a 1-in-89,899 birth rate. Its peak year was 2010, when it was given to roughly 0.001% of newborn boys. It has not appeared in any state's top 1000, underscoring its niche appeal. Yeriel remains an uncommon choice, yet it fits well with styled sibling names like Elian and Sariah.
Yeriel is a rare given name in the United States, first recorded in 1989. It may be a Spanish variant of Uriel, a Hebrew name meaning 'God is my light' or 'God has seen'. Alternatively, it could be a modern coinage combining the sounds of names like Yéssica and Daniel. Its usage has been slowly rising since 2000, with a peak in 2010.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Yeri, Yer, Riel
Sibling names for Yeriel
Names that share Yeriel's style, for a brother or sister.
