UK boy's name
Jaziel
A Hebrew masculine name meaning "God apportions" or "God's allotment".
For 2026, the newest official UK baby-name figures on this page are from 2024. That release is the current official benchmark rather than a forecast.
Jaziel is a boy's name in the UK records. People looking for Jaziel popularity in 2026 should use the latest official release, which is 2024 in this profile. In that release it ranked #2263, with 10 babies registered with the name. Its strongest year in the published records was 2024, with 10 births.
This profile covers 38 England and Wales registrations across 8 recorded years from 2012 to 2024. The figures come from ONS England and Wales, so the page is a view of published baby-name registrations rather than a forecast or a live count of people using the name today.
Jaziel is at its recorded peak in the England and Wales series.
We estimate that about 38 living people in the UK are called Jaziel. This uses published birth registrations from England and Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland, then applies ONS national life tables to estimate how many are likely still alive. It does not forecast extra births for 2025 or 2026.
Key insights
- • Jaziel ranked #2263 for boys in England and Wales in 2024, with 10 registrations.
- • The name peaked in 2024, when 10 boys were registered as Jaziel.
- • About 38 living people in the UK are estimated to have Jaziel as a first name, after adjusting past birth registrations with ONS life tables.
Latest rank (E&W)
#2263
2024
Births in 2024
10
Latest year
Peak year
2024
10 births
Estimated living
38
2026
Meaning
What does Jaziel mean?
The given name Jaziel has its origins rooted in Hebrew culture and language, believed to have emerged sometime during the medieval period. It is derived from the Hebrew words "Yah" and "Ziel," which collectively translate to "God is my strength" or "God's strength." This name bears a strong connection to the theological and spiritual realms, reflecting a reverence for divine power and protection.
In terms of historical references, the name Jaziel is mentioned in various religious texts and scriptures, particularly in the Jewish mystical tradition of Kabbalah. According to these sources, Jaziel is the name of an archangel associated with the divine attributes of strength, courage, and fortitude. This celestial figure is believed to guide and empower individuals in their spiritual journeys, helping them overcome challenges and obstacles.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Jaziel can be found in the medieval Hebrew text known as the "Sefer Raziel HaMalakh" or the "Book of Raziel the Angel." This text, which dates back to the 13th or 14th century, explores various aspects of Jewish mysticism and angelology, and it features Jaziel as a prominent angelic figure.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Jaziel, although their exact birth and death years may not always be documented with precision. One such individual was Jaziel ben Eliezer, a 16th-century Jewish scholar and kabbalist from Safed, Palestine. Another was Jaziel ben Yehoshua, a 17th-century Jewish author and philosopher from Amsterdam, who wrote extensively on Jewish law and ethics.
In more recent times, Jaziel Camacho Solís (born in 1986) is a Mexican professional boxer who has held multiple regional titles in the super featherweight division. Additionally, Jaziel Mieres (born in 1993) is a Venezuelan singer and songwriter known for her work in the Latin pop genre.
It is worth noting that while the name Jaziel has its roots in Hebrew culture and religion, it has also gained popularity across various parts of the world, transcending cultural and linguistic boundaries. The name's association with strength, courage, and divine protection has resonated with many individuals, contributing to its enduring appeal and usage over the centuries.
Sourced from namecensus.com.
Popularity
Jaziel over time
The chart below shows babies named Jaziel registered in England and Wales in the years where the name appears in the published records, from 2012 to 2024. Empty years are left out so rare names are not stretched across long periods where the published files do not show any registrations.
For Jaziel, the clearest high point is 2024. The latest England and Wales figure is 10 births in 2024, compared with 10 at the peak.
Babies born per year
Decades
Jaziel by decade
Decade totals smooth out the yearly jumps and make it easier to see whether Jaziel was a short-lived spike or a name that stayed in regular use. Average rank is calculated only from years where a published rank exists.
| Decade | Average rank | Total births | Years covered |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | #3321 | 29 | 5 |
| 2010s | #4752 | 9 | 3 |
Related
Names similar to Jaziel
- Jack 188,738
- Joshua 145,192
- James 141,878
- Joseph 102,259
- Jacob 93,754
- Jake 66,896
- Jamie 41,243
- Jordan 36,750
- Jayden 28,921
- Jude 24,156
- John 22,240
- Joe 19,164
FAQ
Jaziel: questions and answers
How popular is the name Jaziel in the UK right now?
In 2024, Jaziel was ranked #2263 for boys in England and Wales, with 10 births registered.
When was Jaziel most popular?
The peak year on record was 2024, with 10 babies registered as Jaziel in England and Wales.
What is the meaning and origin of Jaziel?
A Hebrew masculine name meaning "God apportions" or "God's allotment".
How many people are called Jaziel in the UK?
A total of 38 babies have been registered as Jaziel across the 8 years of ONS England & Wales records shown here.
Which records is this page based on?
The England and Wales timeline uses ONS baby-name records. Scotland figures come from NRS and Northern Ireland figures come from NISRA. Counts are registrations in published baby-name files. The living estimate uses those birth registrations with ONS national life tables.