Yechiel
Yechiel is a boy's name of Hebrew origin.
Meaning
May God live; God lives.
Origin and history
Yechiel is a traditional masculine name of Hebrew origin meaning 'May God live' or 'God lives'. It is often given in Jewish communities and appears in the Hebrew Bible in various forms. In the United States, it remains a distinct, relatively rare name primarily used within traditional Jewish families.
Popularity in the United States
1,971 babies in the United States have been named Yechiel since 1880. It ranks #2897 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1513.
States where it is most popular
- NY (82.6 %)
- NJ (17.4 %)
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 | 5 |
| 1960-1970 | 13 |
| 1970-1980 | 91 |
| 1980-1990 | 161 |
| 1990-2000 | 233 |
| 2000-2010 | 433 |
| 2010-2019 | 619 |
| 2020-2029 | 416 |
Famous people named Yechiel
- Yechiel Eckstein: Rabbi, Philanthropist
Fun facts
- In traditional English translations of the Bible, Yechiel is often anglicized as Jehiel.
- The name has seen consistent, concentrated usage in the U.S. with over 400 births recorded between 2020 and 2025.