"God is my strength"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
Uziel
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Meaning & Origin
"my strength is God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
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- Uzi (nickname) shares the name with the Uzi submachine gun
The Story of Uziel
Uziel is a Hebrew name composed of 'oz' (strength, might) and 'el' (God), meaning 'God is my strength.' The name appears in the Hebrew Bible: Uziel was a son of Kohath and grandson of Levi, making him the ancestor of a Levitical priestly clan. Other Uziel figures appear in Chronicles as temple musicians and gatekeepers — sacred roles in ancient Israel.
Uziel has been gaining traction in the United States, particularly among Latino families and Jewish families seeking strong Biblical names with distinctive sounds. It fits the broader trend of -el ending Biblical names (Gabriel, Rafael, Uriel, Ezekiel) that have become fashionable.
In Jewish tradition, names containing 'El' (God) are considered especially blessed, invoking the divine directly. Uziel appears in Jewish mystical texts including Kabbalah, where it is associated with angelic figures. The name is also used in Sephardic Jewish communities across Latin America.
Historical Record
Uziel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1983.
Over 2,372 babies have been named Uziel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Uziel is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #1,360 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Uziel appears multiple times in the Hebrew Bible, including as a Levitical musician in King David's Jerusalem
- The Uzi submachine gun was named after its Israeli designer Uziel Gal, adding an unexpected modern dimension to the name
Uziel in Other Languages
Hebrew
עֻזִּיאֵל
Aramaic
Uziel
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Uziel
Popularity Over Time
#1,360
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Uziel
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Uziel Gal
Engineer
1923
Israeli weapons designer who created the Uzi submachine gun, one of the most recognizable firearms in history
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Uziel (Biblical)
Religious
Son of Kohath in the Hebrew Bible, founder of the Uzzielite Levitical clan involved in temple service in ancient Israel
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #1,360
- Total SSA Count
- 140
- Cultural Origins
- Jewish Hebrew Biblical Latino/Spanish
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
Common Nicknames
Uzi
Ziel
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Frequently Asked Questions About Uziel
What does the name Uziel mean?
"God is my strength" (from Hebrew). "my strength is God" (from Hebrew). Uziel is a Hebrew name composed of 'oz' (strength, might) and 'el' (God), meaning 'God is my strength.' The name appears in the Hebrew Bible: Uziel was a son of Kohath and grandson of Levi, making him the ancestor of a Levitical priestly clan. Other Uziel figures appear in Chronicles as temple musicians and gatekeepers — sacred roles in ancient Israel.
What is the origin of the name Uziel?
Uziel has Hebrew, Jewish, Biblical, and Latino/Spanish origins. In Hebrew, it means "God is my strength". In Hebrew, it means "my strength is God".
Is Uziel a boy or girl name?
Uziel is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Uziel?
Uziel is currently ranked #1360 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Uziel?
Common nicknames for Uziel include Uzi and Ziel.
What are good middle names for Uziel?
Popular middle name pairings include Uziel David, Uziel Nathan, Uziel Elias, Uziel Aaron, Uziel Samuel, and Uziel Michael.
What are good sibling names for Uziel?
Names that pair well with Uziel as siblings include Ezekiel, Miriam, Raphael, Leah, Uriel, and Naomi.
How many syllables does Uziel have?
Uziel has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Uziel a common or rare name?
Uziel is an uncommon name, ranked #1360 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Uziel
Uziel is a boy name with Jewish, Hebrew, Biblical, and Latino/Spanish origins . The name means "God is my strength" in Hebrew .
Uziel is currently ranked #1,360 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Uziel has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Uziel include Uzi and Ziel. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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