Adriel is a name of Hebrew origin, meaning "follower of God" or "God's helper". In the Bible, Adriel was the name of the son-in-law of King Saul and the husband of Saul's daughter, Merab. The name has been used in various cultures and languages, including Portuguese, Spanish, and English. Adriel has become a popular name in recent years, particularly in the United States, where it has been steadily rising in popularity since the early 2000s.
Adriel rank report (US ranking for newborns 2021)
- Rank 150. Jude
- Rank 151. Bentley
- Rank 152. Carlos
- Rank 153. Ryker
- Rank 154. Adriel
- Rank 155. Arthur
- Rank 156. Ace
- Rank 157. Tyler
- Rank 158. Jayce
Nicknames for Adriel
Adi | AH-dree | A shortened version of the name Adriel. |
Ari | AH-ree | A common nickname for Adriel. |
Dri | DREE | A shortened version of the name Adriel, pronounced with a long "e" sound. |
Del | DELL | A shortened version of the name Adriel, pronounced like the first syllable of "delightful". |
Riel | REE-el | A shortened version of the name Adriel, pronounced like the first syllable of "realize". |
Famous people named Adriel
Adriel Favela | Musician | Mexican singer and songwriter known for his regional Mexican music. |
Adriel Jeremiah Green | Football player | American football wide receiver for the Cincinnati Bengals of the National Football League (NFL). |
Adriel Hilton | Academic administrator | American academic administrator and professor who currently serves as the President of Shorter University. |
Adriel Luis | Artist | American artist, curator, and DJ known for his work in promoting social justice and cultural awareness. |
Adriel M. Trott | Philosopher | American philosopher and professor of philosophy at Wabash College, known for her work in feminist philosophy and political theory. |
Adriel Wallick | Game designer | American game designer and programmer known for her work on indie games and her advocacy for women in the gaming industry. |
Frequently Asked Questions about Adriel
What is the origin of the name Adriel? | The name Adriel is of Hebrew origin. |
What does the name Adriel mean? | The name Adriel means 'flock of God' or 'God's helper'. |
Is Adriel a popular name? | Adriel is a relatively uncommon name. |
Is Adriel a unisex name? | Adriel is predominantly a masculine name, but it can also be used for females. |
Are there any famous people with the name Adriel? | Adriel is not a very common name, but there are a few notable people with the name, including Adriel Hampton, a political activist and Adriel Luis, a curator and artist. |
What are some variations of the name Adriel? | Variations of the name Adriel include Adreil, Adreel, Adreol, and Adryel. |
What are some similar names to Adriel? | Similar names to Adriel include Ariel, Gabriel, Ezekiel, and Uriel. |