Jehiel
A boy's name of Hebrew origin with 190 recorded U.S. births.
Meaning & Origin
Fewer than 190 Americans have ever been named Jehiel. It first appeared in SSA records in 1996 and peaked modestly at 16 births in 2023 — rare enough to be distinctive, with just enough history to feel grounded.
In the most recent SSA release, Jehiel ranks #10303 among U.S. boy names — distinctive enough to stand out.
Jehiel is a boy's baby name of Hebrew origin meaning 'God lives' or 'may God live,' from yah (God) and chayil (life). The name appears multiple times in the Old Testament, borne by Levites and leaders in the books of Chronicles and Ezra.
Rare and reverently biblical, Jehiel is a name steeped in Old Testament faith — chosen by parents who seek a name that reaches deep into the ancient roots of scripture.
EtymologyShow more
Jehiel first shows up in U.S. Social Security records in 1996. First appearing in the 1990s, Jehiel emerged during a period of rapid naming innovation in America, when parents increasingly created new names or adopted them from global cultures.
Its Hebrew classification suggests a path from hebrew linguistic traditions into American usage, though the specific route — whether through immigration, literature, or cultural exchange — would require deeper historical research.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Jehiel has 24+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 1996.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Avg Rank | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 33 | #7971 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 71 | #9938 | — |
| 2000s | 71 | #8858 | ▲ |
| 1990s | 15 | #10089 | — |
The Story of Jehiel
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2023, Jehiel is a fresh, modern favorite. Boys named Jehiel are most likely born between 2013 and 2024.
How rare is Jehiel?
Only about 1 in every 514,286 babies born in 2024 was named Jehiel — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1996, peaked in the 2000s with 71 births that decade, and has gracefully settled into a quieter chapter.
Jehiel by the numbers
- Would fill 4 school buses
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(24 years, 1996–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 7 | #10303 |
| 2023 | 16 | #5779 |
| 2021 | 10 | #7832 |
| 2019 | 14 | #6234 |
| 2018 | 6 | #11390 |
| 2017 | 10 | #7826 |
| 2016 | 5 | #13099 |
| 2015 | 9 | #8322 |
| 2014 | 8 | #9160 |
| 2013 | 7 | #10140 |
| 2011 | 7 | #10113 |
| 2010 | 5 | #13155 |
| 2009 | 10 | #7967 |
| 2008 | 10 | #7959 |
| 2007 | 10 | #7855 |
| 2006 | 7 | #10058 |
| 2005 | 7 | #9567 |
| 2003 | 7 | #9107 |
| 2002 | 7 | #8874 |
| 2001 | 7 | #8707 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1996–2024