"gift of God"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: Hebrew
Zabdiel
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A rare Hebrew gift-of-God name from King David's army
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Meaning & Origin
"God has given"
Origin: Hebrew
Language: English
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The Story of Zabdiel
Zabdiel is an ancient Hebrew name meaning 'gift of God' or 'God has given,' composed of 'Zabdi' (gift, portion) and 'El' (God). It appears in the Hebrew Bible as the name of a military officer in King David's army, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 27:2 as the father of Jashobeam, head of one of David's elite warrior groups. The name belongs to the tradition of Hebrew theophoric names expressing gratitude for divine blessing.
Zabdiel remains extremely rare in modern usage, appealing primarily to Christian families seeking deeply biblical, uncommon names from the Hebrew scriptures. Its rarity is its appeal — parents choosing Zabdiel are making a strong statement about valuing ancient heritage over trendy familiarity.
In the Hebrew Bible, Zabdiel appears in the Chronicles as part of King David's military hierarchy, giving the name a royal and martial biblical pedigree. The name also appeared in early American history with Zabdiel Boylston, the Boston physician who introduced smallpox inoculation to America in 1721.
Historical Record
Zabdiel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1986.
Over 1,399 babies have been named Zabdiel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Zabdiel is rising quickly in popularity , currently ranked #1,505 for boy names in the US .
Fun Facts
- Zabdiel Boylston (1679-1766) was the first American to inoculate patients against smallpox, saving hundreds of lives during Boston's 1721 epidemic
- In 1 Chronicles 27, King David organized his army into 12 divisions of 24,000 men each — Zabdiel's son Jashobeam led the first division
Zabdiel in Other Languages
Latin
Zabdiel
Arabic
زبديئيل
Hebrew
זַבְדִּיאֵל
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Zabdiel
Popularity Over Time
#1,505
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Famous People Named Zabdiel
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Zabdiel Adams
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1739
American Congregationalist minister and cousin of US President John Adams
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Zabdiel Boylston
Scientist
1679
Boston physician who performed the first smallpox inoculations in the Americas in 1721, saving hundreds during a deadly ...
Boston physician who performed the first smallpox inoculations in the Americas in 1721, saving hundreds during a deadly epidemic
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Syllables
- 3
- Popularity Rank
- #1,505
- Total SSA Count
- 119
- Cultural Origins
- Hebrew Christian American
- Pronunciation
- Hard
- Formality
- Moderate
- Cross-Cultural Ease
- Low
Common Nicknames
Zab
Zabi
Diel
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Frequently Asked Questions About Zabdiel
What does the name Zabdiel mean?
"gift of God" (from Hebrew). "God has given" (from Hebrew). Zabdiel is an ancient Hebrew name meaning 'gift of God' or 'God has given,' composed of 'Zabdi' (gift, portion) and 'El' (God). It appears in the Hebrew Bible as the name of a military officer in King David's army, mentioned in 1 Chronicles 27:2 as the father of Jashobeam, head of one of David's elite warrior groups. The name belongs to the tradition of Hebrew theophoric names expressing gratitude for divine blessing.
What is the origin of the name Zabdiel?
Zabdiel has Hebrew, Christian, and American origins. In Hebrew, it means "gift of God". In Hebrew, it means "God has given".
Is Zabdiel a boy or girl name?
Zabdiel is primarily used as a boy name.
How popular is the name Zabdiel?
Zabdiel is currently ranked #1505 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
What are common nicknames for Zabdiel?
Common nicknames for Zabdiel include Zab, Zabi, and Diel.
What are good middle names for Zabdiel?
Popular middle name pairings include Zabdiel Elias, Zabdiel James, Zabdiel Samuel, Zabdiel Aaron, Zabdiel Levi, Zabdiel John, and Zabdiel Benjamin.
What are good sibling names for Zabdiel?
Names that pair well with Zabdiel as siblings include Abdiel, Ezekiel, Zuriel, Miriam, Hadassah, Eliel, and Selah.
How many syllables does Zabdiel have?
Zabdiel has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and rhythmic.
Is Zabdiel a common or rare name?
Zabdiel is an uncommon name, ranked #1505 in the US. Its rarity gives it a distinctive, memorable quality.
About the Name Zabdiel
Zabdiel is a boy name with Hebrew, Christian, and American origins . The name means "gift of God" in Hebrew .
Zabdiel is currently ranked #1,505 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
The name Zabdiel has 3 syllables, making it distinctive and memorable.
Common nicknames for Zabdiel include Zab, Zabi, and Diel. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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