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Origin, Meaning, And History Of Azriel

Azriel is a masculine name of Hebrew origin with religious significance. While the precise meaning of Azriel is uncertain, it is thought to have been derived from Hebrew words that signify ‘God is my help.’ This name is used in both Muslim and Jewish cultures and is frequently written as Asriel or Azrael. Azriel is regarded as the angel of death in certain branches of Judaism, as well as in Islam and Sikhism. Azrael, its spell variant,  is regarded as the angel of death who divides the souls from physical bodies. This angel is one of the four archangels and is similar to the Judeo-Christian angel of death, also referred to as Azrael. As a result, Azriel can also mean ‘the angel of God’.

Parents across the world, regardless of their religious beliefs, find the name Azriel appealing although the meaning may differ. Other variations of the name include Assriel, Asrael, and Azyrel. Additionally, nicknames such as Azzy and Zee can go well with this name.

The name Azriel is used for multiple fictional characters who made remarkable appearances in mainstream media. Azriel is a character in the popular novel A Court of Thorns and Roses authored by Sarah J. Maas. He is a skilled fighter and a member of the Night Court, serving as one of the most trusted and respected members of the High Lord’s inner circle. Lord Asriel, who appears in Philip Pullman’s trilogy, His Dark Materials, is a nobleman in a parallel world where the Church has power. He possesses great strength of will and determination, and his fierce personality earns him respect in the realms of politics and academia.

Rabbi Azriel Rabinowitz was a Lithuanian rabbi and one of the youngest pre-Holocaust victims. Azriel Graeber Talmudic is a Scholar and founder of the Jewish Scholarship Society, who is known under his pen name Azriel Radifker. Azriel Hildesheimer is a German rabbi and leader of Orthodox Judaism, who is regarded as a pioneering modernizer of Orthodox Judaism in Germany.

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One who gets help from God
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1 word, 6 letters, 3 vowels, 3 consonants
Medium length and easy to pronounce

How To Pronounce Azriel?

Pronounced as az-ree-el

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Azriel On The Popularity Chart

The name Azriel gained momentum in the latter part of the 20th century. Take a look at the graphs below to understand the trends in popularity and ranking.

Popularity Over Time

The popularity of the name Azriel has been consistently increasing since the late 1990s and reached its highest point in 2021. Check out the graph for detailed insights.

Source: Social Security Administration

Rank Over Time

Azriel’s ranking took a hit in 1985 before staging a comeback in 2007. Look at the graph for more.

Source: Social Security Administration

Names With The Similar Sound As Azriel

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Popular Sibling Names For Azriel

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Boy Sibling Names For Azriel

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Girl Sibling Names For Azriel

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Other Popular Names Beginning With A

Looking for more baby names starting with the letter A to resonate with your family’s naming tradition or to rhyme with the sibling names? Find a range of alternative names starting with this letter.

Names With The Similar Meaning As Azriel

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How To Communicate The Name Azriel In Other Languages

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Frequently Asked Questions

1. What is the meaning of the name Azriel?

The name Azriel means ‘God is my help.’

2. Is Azriel a rare name?

Azriel is a rare name that has steadily increased in popularity over the past few decades. According to the Social Security Administration data, in 2022, the name Azriel was given to 350 babies per million (1).

3. Is Azriel in the Bible?

Yes, Azriel is mentioned in the Bible as one of the three minor characters in the Old Testament.

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  1. Popularity of name Azriel.
    https://www.ssa.gov/oact/babynames/
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