Abiel

Boy Name #1,502 Most Popular Hidden Gem 3 Syllables

An ancient Hebrew name meaning God is my father

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Meaning & Origin

"God is my father"

Origin: Hebrew

Language: Hebrew

"father of God"

Origin: Hebrew

Language: English

The Story of Abiel

Abiel is a Hebrew name composed of 'av' (father) and 'El' (God), meaning 'God is my father' or 'my father is God.' It appears in the Hebrew Bible as the name of the grandfather of King Saul of Israel, making it an ancient name with royal biblical lineage. The name is part of a family of Hebrew theophoric names — names that incorporate God — which have seen renewed interest among parents seeking meaningful spiritual names.

Abiel has remained rare in mainstream usage but is growing among Christian and Messianic Jewish families seeking deeply biblical names beyond the common Daniel or Elijah. Its rise coincides with the broader trend toward Old Testament names with historical depth.

In Hebrew tradition, names meaning 'God is father' carry profound theological significance, expressing a parent's faith and hope for their child's relationship with the divine. In the Bible, Abiel was the son of Zeror of the tribe of Benjamin, grandfather to both King Saul and Abner, Israel's military commander.

Fun Facts

Abiel appears in 1 Samuel 9:1 as the grandfather of King Saul, the first king of Israel
The 'El' suffix appears in many Hebrew names including Michael, Daniel, and Raphael

Abiel in Other Languages

Latin Abiel

Arabic أبيئيل

Hebrew אֲבִיאֵל

Spanish Abiel

Portuguese Abiel

Famous People Named Abiel

Abiel Smith

Business

1764

American merchant and philanthropist who endowed Harvard's Abiel Smith School, the first public school for Black student...

American merchant and philanthropist who endowed Harvard's Abiel Smith School, the first public school for Black students in Boston

Abiel (biblical)

Other

Biblical patriarch from the tribe of Benjamin, grandfather of King Saul and Abner as recorded in 1 Samuel

Quick Facts

Gender: Boy
Syllables: 3
Popularity Rank: #1,502
Total SSA Count: 119
Cultural Origins: Hebrew Christian American
Pronunciation: Moderate
Formality: Moderate
Cross-Cultural Ease: Moderate

Common Nicknames

Abi Biel Abel

Pairs Well With

Abiel James Abiel John Abiel Elias Abiel Samuel Abiel Nathan Abiel David Abiel Ezra

Sibling Names

Eliel Zuriel Keziah Miriam Ezra Selah Hadassah

Also a Girl Name

Abiel is also used as a girl name, ranked #44302.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Abiel

What does the name Abiel mean?

"God is my father" (from Hebrew). "father of God" (from Hebrew). Abiel is a Hebrew name composed of 'av' (father) and 'El' (God), meaning 'God is my father' or 'my father is God.' It appears in the Hebrew Bible as the name of the grandfather of King Saul of Israel, making it an ancient name with royal biblical lineage. The name is part of a family of Hebrew theophoric names — names that incorporate God — which have seen renewed interest among parents seeking meaningful spiritual names.

What is the origin of the name Abiel?

Abiel has Hebrew, Christian, and American origins. In Hebrew, it means "God is my father". In Hebrew, it means "father of God".

Is Abiel a boy or girl name?

Abiel is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #1502. As a girl name, it is ranked #44302. Abiel is more commonly used as a boy name.

How popular is the name Abiel?

Abiel is currently ranked #1502 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

What are common nicknames for Abiel?

Common nicknames for Abiel include Abi, Biel, and Abel.

What are good middle names for Abiel?

Popular middle name pairings include Abiel James, Abiel John, Abiel Elias, Abiel Samuel, Abiel Nathan, Abiel David, and Abiel Ezra.

What are good sibling names for Abiel?

Names that pair well with Abiel as siblings include Eliel, Zuriel, Keziah, Miriam, Ezra, Selah, and Hadassah.

How many syllables does Abiel have?

Abiel has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.

Is Abiel a common or rare name?

Abiel is an uncommon name, ranked #1502 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.

About the Name Abiel

Abiel is a boy name with Hebrew, Christian, and American origins . The name means "God is my father" in Hebrew .

Is Abiel a boy or girl name? Abiel is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #1,502 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #44,302. Abiel is more commonly used as a boy name.

Abiel is currently ranked #1,502 in popularity for boy names in the United States.

The name Abiel has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.

Common nicknames for Abiel include Abi, Biel, and Abel. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.