Zaiel

“God's strength” — Associated with the angelic realm in Kabbalistic traditions

Israel origin · Boy name

♂ 97% boys♀ 3% girls

#9730US 2023

8Births / yr

↓Falling

12All-time births

📅 Since 201900

What does Zaiel mean and where does it come from?

Zaiel is a relatively modern name that emanates from Hebrew roots. It is considered a unisex name but is more commonly given to boys. The name can also be associated with the angelic realm in Kabbalistic traditions. Its popularity has grown in contemporary society, especially among Jewish communitie

Cultural significance

Zaiel has been a cherished name across cultures, particularly in Israel-speaking communities, where it reflects values of god's strength.

Peak popularity

Reached #11792 in 2020 — currently #9730 in the US.

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What middle names flow best with Zaiel?

Zaiel works best with short, strong middle names — one or two syllables keep the full name from becoming a mouthful

Zaiel Grace

How popular is Zaiel right now?

Falling — down 3259 spots — currently #9730 in the US out of 135.5k tracked names

US Trend 2020–2023#9730 · Top 7.2%

2020

2021

2022

2023

Year	US Rank	Births	vs Prior Year
2023	#9730	8	▼ down 3259 · -43% births
2022	#6471	14	▲ up 7566 · +180% births
2021	#14037	5	▼ down 2245 · -17% births
2020	#11792	6	—

Name Popularity Timeline

Popularity Statistics for Zaiel

Best Year2022Rank #6471

Peak Count14

Average Rank#10508

Current Trend→Stable

Data Range2020 - 20234 years

The story of Zaiel

Zaiel is a relatively modern name, first appearing in US records in 2019. With 12 total births recorded, Zaiel remains relatively uncommon. The name has grown more popular over time, rising from #11792 in 2020 to #9730 in 2023.

Names that peaked alongside Zaiel in 2020:

Liam Noah Oliver Elijah William

💎Zaiel has only 12 total recorded births since 2019 — rarer than 99% of names in our database.

What are good nicknames for Zaiel?

Common

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What names sound and feel like Zaiel?

Based on sound, origin, and style — parents who love Zaiel also consider these

Zariel

American · זַרְיָאל: 'God is

Zakiel

Arabic · God has remembered

Zaiyel

English · A meaningful name

American · A beloved name

Zaniel

Hebrew · God is my

Zaier

American · A modern invented

Common questions about the name Zaiel

What does the name Zaiel mean?

Zaiel means "God's strength" — a name rooted in Israel tradition that carries both historical depth and timeless appeal. The meaning reflects values that have made this name endure across generations.

How popular is the name Zaiel?

Zaiel is currently a distinctive and less common name as a boy name in the US and is rapidly gaining popularity — searches for Zaiel have increased significantly in recent years.

What is the cultural origin of Zaiel?

Zaiel originates from Israel tradition. Israel names tend to carry strong cultural heritage and have spread across the world through migration, literature, and religion over centuries.

How does Zaiel sound with different last names?

As a one-syllable name, Zaiel flows best with last names of two or three syllables. Avoid last names ending in the same sound as Zaiel ends, as this can create an unwanted rhyme. Test by saying the full name out loud several times.

Is Zaiel trending right now?

Zaiel is currently on the rise — it has gained significant momentum in recent years as parents discover its appeal.