Yariel
Yariel is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Lion of God, or God enlightens.
Origin and history
Yariel is a modern name constructed from Hebrew components, often associated with meanings such as 'lion of God' or 'God enlightens'. It gained traction in the late 20th and early 21st centuries, particularly within Spanish-speaking and Hispanic American communities. In the United States, it remains a distinctive choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
2,028 babies in the United States have been named Yariel since 1880. It ranks #2862 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1468.
States where it is most popular
- NY (22.2 %)
- FL (21.2 %)
- NJ (12.9 %)
- TX (11.8 %)
- MA (10.8 %)
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 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 39 |
| 2000-2010 | 482 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,042 |
| 2020-2029 | 465 |
Famous people named Yariel
- Yariel RodrÃguez: Baseball player
Fun facts
- The name blends the Hebrew root elements 'Yair' (he enlightens) or 'Ari' (lion) with 'El' (God).
- Nearly all registered U.S. births for Yariel have occurred since the year 2000.