Hazael Name Meaning, Origin & History

Name Meaning & Origin

Hazael

"Hazael was a king of Aram-Damascus mentioned in the Bible"

Multiple origins Origin Predominantly Male 📈 Peak 2024 👥 660 in US

Data last updated: 2025 SSA records

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Meaning
Hazael was a king of Aram-Damascus mentioned in the Bible
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Origin
Multiple origins
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US Bearers
660
Life Path
Number 8

📖 What Does Hazael Mean?

Hazael was a king of Aram-Damascus mentioned in the Bible. Under his reign, Aram-Damascus became an empire that ruled over large parts of contemporary Syria and Israel-Samaria. While he was likely born in the greater Damascus region of today, his place of birth is unknown, with both Bashan and the Beqaa Valley being favoured by different historians.

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Hazael was a king of Aram-Damascus mentioned in the Bible. Under his reign, Aram-Damascus became an empire that ruled over large parts of contemporary Syria and Israel-Samaria. While he was likely born in the greater Damascus region of today, his place of birth is unknown, with both Bashan and the Beqaa Valley being favoured by different historians.

Root Element
Hazael
Core Meaning
"Hazael was a king of Aram-Damascus mentioned in the Bible"
Language

🔢 Numerology of Hazael

H 8
A 1
Z 8
A 1
E 5
L 3
SUM 8
8
Life Path
Power & Ambition
7
Soul Urge
Wisdom & Introspection
1
Personality
Independence & Leadership

Life Path 8 — Power & Ambition: Goal-driven, authoritative, and business-minded.

📊 Hazael in Numbers

660 US bearers
2024 Peak year
Predominantly Male Predominant gender
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Historical Journey

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Ancient Roots

Root element "Hazael" emerges in Multiple origins tradition, carrying the core meaning "Hazael was a king of Aram-Damascus mentioned in the Bible".

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Classical Period

Used in English literary and religious texts, spreading through cultural exchange.

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Medieval Period

Carried across regions through trade, religion, and migration. Multiple spelling variants develop.

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Modern Adoption

Standardized in its current form. Continues to be used across multiple cultures worldwide.

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Today (2026)

~660 people named Hazael in the US. Peaked in 2024 with 44 recorded uses.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the numerology number for Hazael?

The Life Path number for Hazael is 8, associated with Power & Ambition. Soul Urge: 7. Personality: 1.

Is Hazael a boy or girl name?

Hazael is Predominantly Male. Based on US data, 90% male and 10% female.

How many people are named Hazael in the US?

Approximately 660 people in the United States are named Hazael. The name peaked in 2024 with 44 recorded uses.

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