"my flock is God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Adriel
Pronunciation: [ uhdr-EEL ]
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Meaning & Origin
"God is my help"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
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The Story of Adriel
Adriel is a Hebrew name from the Old Testament meaning my flock is God or God is my help, composed of the elements eder (flock) and el (God). In the Bible, Adriel the Meholathite was the son of Barzillai who married Merab, daughter of King Saul (1 Samuel 18:19). While traditionally masculine in Biblical usage, Adriel has been embraced as a girl's name in contemporary American and Hispanic Christian communities, following the pattern of names like Ariel and Gabriel gaining gender-neutral or feminine usage.
Adriel has grown as a unisex name in the United States, particularly in Hispanic Christian communities in the 2010s. Its similarity to Ariel (The Little Mermaid) and Adriana helped make it feel accessible as a girl's name despite its masculine Biblical origin. The name ranks in the US top 1000 for boys and is gaining ground for girls.
In Hispanic Catholic and Protestant communities throughout Latin America and the US, biblical names with the -el suffix (meaning God) carry special spiritual meaning. Adriel joins Gabriel, Ariel, and Rafael as -el names used across genders. The name's connection to shepherding and the divine resonates in communities with strong pastoral religious traditions.
Historical Record
Adriel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1977.
Over 1,091 babies have been named Adriel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Adriel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #5,599 for girl names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Adriel appears in 1 Samuel 18:19 and 2 Samuel 21:8 in the Bible
- The -el suffix meaning God appears in over 50 biblical names including Michael, Gabriel, Raphael, and Ariel
- Adriel has been in the US top 1000 boys names since 2001 and is increasingly used for girls since 2015
Adriel in Other Languages
French
Adriel
Hebrew
עַדְרִיאֵל
Spanish
Adriel
Portuguese
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Popularity Over Time
#5,599
Current Rank
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #5,599
- Total SSA Count
- 23
- Cultural Origins
- American Christian Jewish Hispanic
- Pronunciation
- Easy
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
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Adri
Addie
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Frequently Asked Questions About Adriel
What does the name Adriel mean?
"my flock is God" (from Hebrew). "God is my help" (from Hebrew). Adriel is a Hebrew name from the Old Testament meaning my flock is God or God is my help, composed of the elements eder (flock) and el (God). In the Bible, Adriel the Meholathite was the son of Barzillai who married Merab, daughter of King Saul (1 Samuel 18:19). While traditionally masculine in Biblical usage, Adriel has been embraced as a girl's name in contemporary American and Hispanic Christian communities, following the pattern of names like Ariel and Gabriel gaining gender-neutral or feminine usage.
What is the origin of the name Adriel?
Adriel has Hebrew, American, Christian, Jewish, and Hispanic origins. In Hebrew, it means "my flock is God". In Hebrew, it means "God is my help".
Is Adriel a boy or girl name?
Adriel is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it is ranked #5599. As a boy name, it is ranked #109. Adriel is more commonly used as a boy name.
How do you pronounce Adriel?
Adriel is pronounced uhdr-EEL.
How popular is the name Adriel?
Adriel is currently ranked #5599 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Adriel?
Common nicknames for Adriel include Adri and Addie.
What are good middle names for Adriel?
Popular middle name pairings include Adriel Grace, Adriel Rose, Adriel Marie, Adriel Faith, Adriel Hope, Adriel Jade, and Adriel Celeste.
What are good sibling names for Adriel?
Names that pair well with Adriel as siblings include Ariel, Ezra, Raphael, Zara, Seraphina, and Micah.
How many syllables does Adriel have?
Adriel has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Adriel a common or rare name?
Adriel is an uncommon name, ranked #5599 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
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About the Name Adriel
Adriel is a girl name with American, Christian, Jewish, and Hispanic origins . The name means "my flock is God" in Hebrew .
Is Adriel a boy or girl name? Adriel is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #5,599 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #109. Adriel is more commonly used as a boy name.
Adriel is currently ranked #5,599 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
The name Adriel has 3 syllables and is pronounced uhdr-EEL, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Adriel include Adri and Addie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Adriel include Adriana, Adrianna, Adrienne, Adrian, Adria . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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