Uziel
Uziel is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
God is my strength.
Origin and history
Uziel is a traditional Hebrew name meaning 'God is my strength'. It appears in the Old Testament as the name of several Biblical figures, including a grandson of Levi. In recent years, it has seen steady, moderate usage as a distinctive given name in the United States.
Popularity in the United States
2,500 babies in the United States have been named Uziel since 1880. It ranks #2593 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1236.
States where it is most popular
- CA (41.1 %)
- TX (31.8 %)
- FL (5.8 %)
- AZ (4.7 %)
- IL (3.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 26 |
| 1990-2000 | 254 |
| 2000-2010 | 813 |
| 2010-2019 | 666 |
| 2020-2029 | 741 |
Famous people named Uziel
- Uziel Gal: Gun Designer, Military Officer
Nicknames
Uzi
Fun facts
- In the Hebrew Bible, Uziel (or Uzziel) was a son of Kohath and a grandson of Levi.
- While historically rare in the U.S., the name has risen gradually in popularity since the late 20th century.