Azriel
Azriel is a boys' name of Hebrew origin meaning “God is my help.” It ranked #529 in the United States in 2025. Azriel combines the Hebrew elements 'azar' (help) and 'El' (God).
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how do you pronounce Azriel?
AZ-ree-el
where does the name Azriel come from?
A Hebrew name, glossed as God helps or God is my help.
In the Hebrew Bible, Azriel was a leader of the tribe of Naphtali. In Jewish mystical tradition, Azriel of Gerona was a prominent Kabbalist. The name has gained modern popularity through its use in fantasy literature and its powerful, otherworldly sound.
how popular is this name?
Azriel has appeared in the US top 1,000 in 5 years since 2021. It peaked at #529 in 2025.
See the milestone years
| Year | Rank |
|---|---|
| 2025 | #529 |
| 2024 | #605 |
| 2023 | #657 |
| 2022 | #735 |
| 2021 | #924 |
Source: SSA National Baby Names Dataset (through 2025). Years absent from the table are years Azriel fell outside the top 1,000.
who are famous people named Azriel?
- Azriel of Gerona (medieval Kabbalist scholar)
- Azriel (character from Sarah J. Maas's A Court of Thorns and Roses)
what are the nicknames and variants of Azriel?
Nicknames
what names are similar to Azriel?
what names go well with Azriel?
Sibling names that share Azriel's rhythm and register without echoing it too closely.
quick answers about Azriel
What does the name Azriel mean?
Azriel means “God is my help”.
What is the origin of the name Azriel?
Azriel comes from the Hebrew naming tradition.
How popular is the name Azriel?
Azriel ranked #529 in the US in 2025, according to Social Security data.
Is Azriel a boy or girl name?
Azriel is primarily a boys' name.
How do you pronounce Azriel?
Azriel is pronounced AZ-ree-el, with 3 syllables.
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