"vision of God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Hazael
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An ancient name meaning God sees
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Things to Know About This Name
- In the Bible, Hazael was a Syrian king who committed atrocities against Israel, which may concern biblical scholars
The Story of Hazael
Hazael is an ancient Hebrew name meaning God sees or vision of God, composed of the elements chaza (to see) and El (God). The name appears in the Hebrew Bible as the name of an Aramean king of Damascus during the 9th century BC. While the biblical Hazael was a complex and sometimes harsh figure, the name itself carries the profound spiritual meaning of divine watchfulness.
Hazael remains rare in modern usage, found primarily among families with strong biblical or Hebrew heritage. There is growing interest in rare biblical names among parents seeking unique yet spiritually meaningful choices.
The name appears prominently in the Books of Kings in the Hebrew Bible. For Jewish and Christian communities with deep biblical knowledge, Hazael represents the ancient Aramean world that intersected with Israelite history.
Historical Record
Hazael first appeared in US Social Security records in 1983.
Over 596 babies have been named Hazael in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Hazael is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #3,382 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Hazael appears in 1 Kings 19 when the prophet Elijah is instructed to anoint him as king of Aram
- The name combines chaza (vision, to see) with El (God), a construction common in Hebrew theophoric names
Hazael in Other Languages
Arabic
حزائيل
French
Hazael
Hebrew
חֲזָאֵל
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Hazael
Popularity Over Time
#3,382
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
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Hazael
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King of Aram-Damascus in the 9th century BC, mentioned extensively in the Hebrew Bible
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #3,382
- Total SSA Count
- 35
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew Christian Jewish
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Haze
Hazi
El
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Frequently Asked Questions About Hazael
What does the name Hazael mean?
"vision of God" (from Hebrew). Hazael is an ancient Hebrew name meaning God sees or vision of God, composed of the elements chaza (to see) and El (God). The name appears in the Hebrew Bible as the name of an Aramean king of Damascus during the 9th century BC. While the biblical Hazael was a complex and sometimes harsh figure, the name itself carries the profound spiritual meaning of divine watchfulness.
What is the origin of the name Hazael?
Hazael has Hebrew, Christian, and Jewish origins. In Hebrew, it means "vision of God".
Is Hazael a boy or girl name?
Hazael is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #3382. As a girl name, it is ranked #11816. Hazael is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Hazael?
Hazael is currently ranked #3382 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Hazael?
Common nicknames for Hazael include Haze and Hazi.
What are good middle names for Hazael?
Popular middle name pairings include Hazael James, Hazael Daniel, Hazael Elias, Hazael Samuel, and Hazael Micah.
What are good sibling names for Hazael?
Names that pair well with Hazael as siblings include Ezekiel, Israel, Gideon, Miriam, Abigail, and Caleb.
How many syllables does Hazael have?
Hazael has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Hazael a common or rare name?
Hazael is an uncommon name, ranked #3382 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Hazael
Hazael is a boy name with Hebrew, Christian, and Jewish origins . The name means "vision of God" in Hebrew .
Is Hazael a boy or girl name? Hazael is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #3,382 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #11,816. Hazael is more commonly used as a boy name.
Hazael is currently ranked #3,382 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Hazael has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Hazael include Haze, Hazi, and El. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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