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Yaciel

A boy's name of Hebrew origin with 20 recorded U.S. births.

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Meaning & Origin

Yaciel is a two-syllable boy's name with a resonant, angelic sound — shared with Hebrew names of angels and prophets. With only 20 recorded U.S. births, it is exceptionally rare — the kind of name most people encounter for the first time when they meet your child.

Yaciel is not in the current top 1,000 boy names nationally, making it an uncommon choice — though your state or community may differ.

Yaciel is a boy's baby name of Hebrew origin, a variant of Jachiel or Yachiel, meaning 'God lives.' Used in Spanish-speaking communities, it carries a powerful theological declaration in a name that is both rare and deeply meaningful.

EtymologyShow more

Yaciel 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., Yaciel has been recorded as a boy's name since 2006, with 20 total births. Browse the Hebrew names hub on this site to explore the broader family.

At a Glance

Unranked
Current Rank
20
Total births
Since 2006
2006
Peak year
5 births
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Popularity Over Time

Yaciel has 4+ years of history in the U.S., first appearing in 2006.

013452016
First appeared: 2006Peak: 2006 (5 births)

Popularity by Decade

Decade-by-decade popularity data for Yaciel
DecadeBirthsTrend
2010s10
2000s10

The Story of Yaciel

A Gen Z name

Peaking in 2006, Yaciel is a name that defines a generation. Boys named Yaciel are most likely born between 2006 and 2016.

How rare is Yaciel?

With fewer than 500 recorded births, Yaciel is an exceptionally rare name — a one-of-a-kind choice.

The journey through the decades

First appeared in the records in 2006, peaked in the 2000s with 10 births that decade, and continues to thrive.

Year-by-Year Data

View complete yearly data(4 years, 20062016)
Year-by-year popularity data for the name Yaciel
YearBirthsRank
20165#14107
20155#13956
20085#14530
20065#13955

Source: U.S. Social Security Administration. Showing years with 5+ recorded births.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Yaciel a boy's or girl's name?
Yaciel is primarily a boy's name.
When was Yaciel most popular?
Yaciel reached its peak popularity in 2006 with 5 births that year. It is not currently in the top rankings.
How popular is the name Yaciel?
Yaciel is not currently in the top rankings but has been given to 20 babies in the U.S. since 2006. Its peak was in 2006.

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Data source: U.S. Social Security Administration, 20062016