"God's precious gift"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Magdiel
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A rare Genesis name meaning 'God is my excellence'
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The Story of Magdiel
Magdiel (מַגְדִּיאֵל) is a compound Hebrew name appearing in the Book of Genesis. It combines 'magad' (excellence, preciousness, choice things) with 'El' (God), yielding 'God is my excellence' or 'God's precious gift.' In Genesis 36:43, Magdiel is listed as one of the chiefs (dukes) of Edom, descendants of Esau. The name is particularly used in Spanish-speaking evangelical and Catholic communities where biblical names carry deep spiritual weight.
Magdiel remains primarily used in Spanish-speaking Christian and Jewish communities, especially in Puerto Rico, the Dominican Republic, and among Latin American evangelical Christians who favor rare biblical names over more common ones like Gabriel or Daniel.
The name appears in Genesis 36:43 as one of the leaders of Edom, a historically significant role. In Spanish-speaking evangelical Christianity, choosing such a rare biblical name is a statement of deep scriptural knowledge and faith.
Historical Record
Magdiel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1974.
Over 594 babies have been named Magdiel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Magdiel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #4,444 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Magdiel appears in Genesis 36:43 as one of the chiefs of Edom — making this one of the rarest biblical names still in use today
- The name is most commonly found in Puerto Rico, where it appears in both Catholic and evangelical communities
Magdiel in Other Languages
Arabic
مجديئيل
Hebrew
מַגְדִּיאֵל
Amharic
ማግዲኤል
Spanish
Magdiel
Portuguese
Magdiel
Popularity Over Time
#4,444
Current Rank
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Based on SSA data 1880–present
Year-by-year popularity data will be available soon.
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Magdiel (Chief of Edom)
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One of the chiefs of Edom mentioned in Genesis 36:43, a descendant of Esau who led one of the Edomite clans
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #4,444
- Total SSA Count
- 23
- Cultural Origins
- Spanish Jewish Puerto Rican Dominican Christian
- Pronunciation
- Moderate
- Formality
- Formal
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Moderate
Common Nicknames
Magdi
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Diel
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Frequently Asked Questions About Magdiel
What does the name Magdiel mean?
"God's precious gift" (from Hebrew). Magdiel (מַגְדִּיאֵל) is a compound Hebrew name appearing in the Book of Genesis. It combines 'magad' (excellence, preciousness, choice things) with 'El' (God), yielding 'God is my excellence' or 'God's precious gift.' In Genesis 36:43, Magdiel is listed as one of the chiefs (dukes) of Edom, descendants of Esau. The name is particularly used in Spanish-speaking evangelical and Catholic communities where biblical names carry deep spiritual weight.
What is the origin of the name Magdiel?
Magdiel has Hebrew, Spanish, Jewish, Puerto Rican, Dominican, and Christian origins. In Hebrew, it means "God's precious gift".
Is Magdiel a boy or girl name?
Magdiel is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it is ranked #4444. As a girl name, it is ranked #51716. Magdiel is more commonly used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Magdiel?
Magdiel is currently ranked #4444 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Magdiel?
Common nicknames for Magdiel include Magdi, Mag, and Diel.
What are good middle names for Magdiel?
Popular middle name pairings include Magdiel Samuel, Magdiel David, Magdiel Isaac, Magdiel Aaron, Magdiel Emmanuel, Magdiel Lorenzo, and Magdiel Rafael.
What are good sibling names for Magdiel?
Names that pair well with Magdiel as siblings include Ezekiel, Gabriel, Rafael, Ezra, Eliana, Naomi, and Moriah.
How many syllables does Magdiel have?
Magdiel has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Magdiel a common or rare name?
Magdiel is an uncommon name, ranked #4444 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Magdiel
Magdiel is a boy name with Spanish, Jewish, Puerto Rican, Dominican, and Christian origins . The name means "God's precious gift" in Hebrew .
Is Magdiel a boy or girl name? Magdiel is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #4,444 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #51,716. Magdiel is more commonly used as a boy name.
Magdiel is currently ranked #4,444 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Magdiel has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Magdiel include Magdi, Mag, and Diel. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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