"my people are God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Amiel
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A rare biblical Hebrew name meaning 'God of my people'
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"God of my people"
Origin: Hebrew
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The Story of Amiel
Amiel is a Hebrew biblical name composed of 'am' (people) and 'El' (God), meaning 'my people are God' or 'God of my people.' It appears in the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) as the name of at least two figures: a leader of the tribe of Dan and the father of Bath-shua, a wife of King David. The name belongs to the rich tradition of theophoric Hebrew names that express the relationship between the bearer and God.
Amiel has remained steadily used in Jewish and Israeli communities throughout history. In Israel, it enjoys modest but consistent use. In diaspora Jewish communities, it appeals to parents seeking a biblical Hebrew name that is less common than David or Noah but equally authentic.
Henri-Frédéric Amiel, the Swiss philosopher and critic (1821-1881), gave the name literary significance through his famous Journal Intime, one of the most introspective works of 19th century literature. In Israeli culture, the name is associated with community and divine connection.
Historical Record
Amiel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 961 babies have been named Amiel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Amiel is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #3,643 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Amiel appears in the Book of Numbers as a leader of the tribe of Dan
- Henri-Frédéric Amiel's Journal Intime, published posthumously, comprised over 16,000 pages
- The name combines 'am' (people) and 'El' (God) — the same 'El' found in Israel, Michael, and Raphael
Amiel in Other Languages
Arabic
Amiel
French
Amiel
Hebrew
עֲמִיאֵל
English
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Amiel
Popularity Over Time
#3,643
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Amiel
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Amiel Handelsman
Writer
1965
American leadership coach and author known for books on executive development
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Henri-Frédéric Amiel
Writer
1821
Swiss philosopher and writer known for his posthumously published Journal Intime, a masterpiece of introspective literat...
Swiss philosopher and writer known for his posthumously published Journal Intime, a masterpiece of introspective literature
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Amiel (Biblical)
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Leader of the tribe of Dan and spy sent by Moses to scout Canaan, mentioned in Numbers 13:12
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #3,643
- Total SSA Count
- 31
- Cultural Origins
- Jewish Israeli Hebrew
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
Common Nicknames
Ami
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Frequently Asked Questions About Amiel
What does the name Amiel mean?
"my people are God" (from Hebrew). "God of my people" (from Hebrew). Amiel is a Hebrew biblical name composed of 'am' (people) and 'El' (God), meaning 'my people are God' or 'God of my people.' It appears in the Hebrew Bible (Old Testament) as the name of at least two figures: a leader of the tribe of Dan and the father of Bath-shua, a wife of King David. The name belongs to the rich tradition of theophoric Hebrew names that express the relationship between the bearer and God.
What is the origin of the name Amiel?
Amiel has Hebrew, Jewish, and Israeli origins. In Hebrew, it means "my people are God". In Hebrew, it means "God of my people".
Is Amiel a boy or girl name?
Amiel is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #3643. As a girl name, it is ranked #50229. Amiel is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Amiel?
Amiel is currently ranked #3643 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Amiel?
Common nicknames for Amiel include Ami.
What are good middle names for Amiel?
Popular middle name pairings include Amiel David, Amiel Joshua, Amiel Elijah, Amiel Nathan, Amiel Benjamin, Amiel Ezra, and Amiel Levi.
What are good sibling names for Amiel?
Names that pair well with Amiel as siblings include Raphael, Gabriel, Eliel, Asher, Miriam, Devorah, and Adina.
How many syllables does Amiel have?
Amiel has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Amiel a common or rare name?
Amiel is an uncommon name, ranked #3643 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Amiel
Amiel is a boy name with Jewish, Israeli, and Hebrew origins . The name means "my people are God" in Hebrew .
Is Amiel a boy or girl name? Amiel is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #3,643 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #50,229. Amiel is more commonly used as a boy name.
Amiel is currently ranked #3,643 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Amiel has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Amiel include Ami. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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