Raziel
Primarily a boy's name of Hebrew origin with 1,509 recorded births. Also given to 46 girls.
Meaning & Origin
Raziel is a two-syllable boy's name with a resonant, angelic sound — shared with Hebrew names of angels and prophets. With 1,509 recorded U.S. births since 1982, it sits in a sweet spot: recognizable enough to be a real name, uncommon enough to turn heads.
In the most recent SSA release, Raziel ranks #1959 among U.S. boy names — distinctive enough to stand out.
Raziel is a boy's and girl's baby name of Hebrew origin, from the Hebrew razi (secret) and El (God), meaning 'secret of God' or 'God is my secret.' In Jewish mystical tradition (Kabbalah), Raziel is the angel of mysteries who possesses the Book of Raziel, containing all cosmic and earthly secrets.
Raziel is rare and extraordinary — a name from the deepest tradition of Jewish mysticism, carrying both angelic gravity and a distinctive, melodic sound that sets it entirely apart.
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Raziel is cataloged under the Hebrew naming tradition. Hebrew names often carry theological significance — many embed references to God, virtues, or blessings within their structure.
In the U.S., Raziel has been recorded as a boy's name since 1982, with 1,509 total births. Browse the Hebrew names hub on this site to explore the broader family.
At a Glance
Popularity Over Time
Raziel climbed 1177 spots in the last 20 years — from #3136 to #1959.
Popularity by Decade
| Decade | Births | Trend |
|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 371 | ▼ |
| 2010s | 520 | ▲ |
| 2000s | 385 | ▲ |
| 1990s | 185 | ▲ |
| 1980s | 48 | — |
The Story of Raziel
A Gen Alpha name
Peaking in 2024, Raziel is a fresh, modern favorite. Boys named Raziel are most likely born between 2014 and 2024.
How rare is Raziel?
Only about 1 in every 45,000 babies born in 2024 was named Raziel — a truly uncommon choice.
The journey through the decades
First appeared in the records in 1982, gained momentum through the mid-century, peaked in the 2010s with 520 births that decade, and remains solidly popular today.
Raziel by the numbers
- Would fill 31 school buses
- Meeting one Raziel per day would take 4.1 years
Year-by-Year Data
View complete yearly data(40 years, 1982–2024)
| Year | Births | Rank |
|---|---|---|
| 2024 | 80 | #1959 |
| 2023 | 75 | #2024 |
| 2022 | 73 | #2076 |
| 2021 | 66 | #2166 |
| 2020 | 77 | #1919 |
| 2019 | 51 | #2577 |
| 2018 | 62 | #2226 |
| 2017 | 55 | #2377 |
| 2016 | 58 | #2299 |
| 2015 | 52 | #2450 |
| 2014 | 48 | #2569 |
| 2013 | 53 | #2391 |
| 2012 | 49 | #2542 |
| 2011 | 43 | #2783 |
| 2010 | 49 | #2542 |
| 2009 | 46 | #2692 |
| 2008 | 47 | #2667 |
| 2007 | 42 | #2858 |
| 2006 | 34 | #3203 |
| 2005 | 40 | #2743 |
Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.
Raziel as a Girl's Name
While overwhelmingly a boy's name, Raziel has also been given to 46 girls in the U.S. since 2003.
Frequently Asked Questions
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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 1982–2024