Azriel
Azriel is a Jewish boy name of Hebrew origin, meaning “God is my help”.
| Meaning | God is my help |
|---|---|
| Gender | Boy |
| Origin | Hebrew |
| Written as | עַזְרִיאֵל |
| Pronunciation | AZ-ree-el |
| Tradition | Jewish, Christian |
| Used in | Israel, United States |
Meaning and origin of Azriel
Azriel joins the Hebrew ezer, 'help', with El, 'God', giving the sense 'my help is God'. It belongs to the same family as Ezra, Azariah and Ezriel. The Hebrew Bible mentions a few minor men named Azriel, including the head of a family in the tribe of Manasseh. In medieval Jewish mysticism, Azriel of Gerona was an important early Kabbalist in thirteenth-century Catalonia.
Is Azriel a Jewish name?
Azriel is a biblical Hebrew name, used by Jewish families and occasionally by Christians who like Old Testament names. It is not the same as Azrael, the angel of death in some Islamic and later traditions, though the two are often confused.
How popular is Azriel?
Rare but steady among Jewish families; recently picked up by some English-speaking parents as well.
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Frequently asked questions
What does the name Azriel mean?
Azriel means 'God is my help'. It is of Hebrew origin.
Is Azriel a Jewish name?
Azriel is a biblical Hebrew name, used by Jewish families and occasionally by Christians who like Old Testament names. It is not the same as Azrael, the angel of death in some Islamic and later traditions, though the two are often confused.
How do you pronounce Azriel?
Azriel is pronounced AZ-ree-el.
Is Azriel a boy or girl name?
Azriel is usually a boy name.