"prince of God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Asriel
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- Lord Asriel is a morally ambiguous antagonist in Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials trilogy; some parents may associate the name with a villainous figure
The Story of Asriel
Asriel is a Hebrew name meaning God is my help or prince of God, combining the elements azr (help) and el (God). It appears in the Bible in Numbers 26:31 as a descendant of Manasseh. The name is related to Azrael, the angel of death in Jewish and Islamic traditions, though Asriel carries a more positive connotation focused on divine assistance.
Asriel experienced a significant boost following Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials trilogy (1995-2000) and its BBC/HBO adaptation (2019-2022). The character Lord Asriel is one of the central figures, making the name recognizable to a new generation drawn to fantastical, uncommon names.
In Jewish tradition, Asriel appears as a biblical figure and carries strong spiritual meaning. The related name Azrael holds significance in Jewish mysticism as an angel. In modern popular culture, Lord Asriel from His Dark Materials brought the name to international attention.
Historical Record
Asriel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1987.
Over 168 babies have been named Asriel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Asriel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #5,915 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Asriel appears in the Bible as a grandson of Manasseh in the tribe of Israel
- Lord Asriel in His Dark Materials represents the archetype of the defiant rebel against divine authority
- The name shares the -el suffix (meaning God) with Michael, Gabriel, and Raphael
Asriel in Other Languages
French
Asriel
Hebrew
Asriel
Russian
Азриэль
Spanish
Asriel
Japanese
Asuriel
Popularity Over Time
#5,915
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Famous People Named Asriel
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Asriel son of Manasseh
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Biblical figure mentioned in Numbers 26:31 as a descendant of the tribe of Manasseh
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Lord Asriel Fictional
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Central antagonist/antihero in Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials trilogy (1995-2000), an ambitious scholar who challen...
Central antagonist/antihero in Philip Pullman's His Dark Materials trilogy (1995-2000), an ambitious scholar who challenges divine authority
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Asriel (Undertale character) Fictional
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A major character in the 2015 video game Undertale by Toby Fox, the son of the king and queen of the Underground
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- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #5,915
- Total SSA Count
- 16
- Cultural Origins
- Jewish English Fantasy fiction
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Az
Azi
Riel
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Frequently Asked Questions About Asriel
What does the name Asriel mean?
"prince of God" (from Hebrew). Asriel is a Hebrew name meaning God is my help or prince of God, combining the elements azr (help) and el (God). It appears in the Bible in Numbers 26:31 as a descendant of Manasseh. The name is related to Azrael, the angel of death in Jewish and Islamic traditions, though Asriel carries a more positive connotation focused on divine assistance.
What is the origin of the name Asriel?
Asriel has Hebrew, Jewish, English, and Fantasy fiction origins. In Hebrew, it means "prince of God".
Is Asriel a boy or girl name?
Asriel is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #5915. As a girl name, it is ranked #27307. Asriel is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Asriel?
Asriel is currently ranked #5915 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Asriel?
Common nicknames for Asriel include Azi and Riel.
What are good middle names for Asriel?
Popular middle name pairings include Asriel James, Asriel Cole, Asriel Sage, Asriel Finn, Asriel River, Asriel Grey, and Asriel Wolf.
What are good sibling names for Asriel?
Names that pair well with Asriel as siblings include Lyra, Serafina, Ezra, Zephyr, Orion, Celeste, and Aurelius.
How many syllables does Asriel have?
Asriel has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Asriel a common or rare name?
Asriel is an uncommon name, ranked #5915 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Asriel
Asriel is a boy name with Jewish, English, and Fantasy fiction origins . The name means "prince of God" in Hebrew .
Is Asriel a boy or girl name? Asriel is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #5,915 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #27,307. Asriel is more commonly used as a boy name.
Asriel is currently ranked #5,915 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Asriel has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Asriel include Az, Azi, and Riel. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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