How Many People Are Named Dariel?

Complete statistics for the name Dariel: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Dariel
Very Rare
Hebrew

Dariel means 'lightning' in Hebrew, making it a name that sparkles with energy. Only 1 in 40,467 Americans have this unique name, with around 8,155 people bearing it today. It's a rising star, peaking in popularity just last year.

~8,155
Living in US
1 in 40,467
Americans
2024
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Lightning
🌐
Origin
Hebrew
🌟
Lucky Day
Friday
💎
Lucky Stone
Amethyst
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 4
Personality Traits
Energetic Determined Confident
4
Life Path Number

Life-path number 4 represents stability and practicality.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

8,536
Worldwide Bearers
#89,150
Global Rank
🇺🇸 United States
8,155
🇨🇦 Canada
66
🇨🇱 Chile
41
🇦🇱 Albania
32
🇻🇪 Venezuela
30
🏴󠁧󠁢󠁥󠁮󠁧󠁿 England
26
🇿🇦 South Africa
22
🇪🇨 Ecuador
19
🇮🇩 Indonesia
18
🇵🇪 Peru
15

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
7,733 (95%)
♀ Female
422 (5%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 14
7,511
Would be under 30 (89%)
567
Would be 30–60 (7%)
328
Would be over 60 (4%)

All 8,406 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2024

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Rising

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
97
Classic Feel
19
Modern Appeal
100
International
5

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Dariel Through the Generations

Dariel has seen a surge in popularity, especially among younger generations. With 8,155 people named Dariel living in the United States, it's clear that the name is gaining traction. The majority of those named Dariel are under 30, indicating that it's a name embraced by modern families. Born in 2024, the peak year saw 979 births, showing a significant increase in usage compared to previous years. This trend suggests that Dariel will continue to be a popular choice for parents looking for a distinctive name.

📍 State Distribution (Top 10)

Texas 1,352
California 996
New York 854
Florida 584
New Jersey 378
Arizona 350
Massachusetts 254
Pennsylvania 209
Illinois 162
Colorado 160

⭐ Famous People Named Dariel

Dariel is a unisex given name of uncertain etymology. It might be a variant of the name Darell combined with the ending -iel found in names such as Daniel. It is currently a popular name for boys among Spanish speakers in North America.…

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✨ Similar Names to Dariel

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Dariel's Hebrew roots

📄 About the Name Dariel

How Many People Have the Name Dariel?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 8,155 people in the United States currently share the name Dariel. That works out to roughly 1 in every 40,467 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Dariel a Common or Rare Name?

Dariel is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Dariel Mean?

Dariel means "lightning" and comes from Hebrew origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 4.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Dariel in SSA data, approximately 95% are male and 5% are female.

When Was Dariel Most Popular?

The name Dariel reached peak popularity in 2024, with 979 babies registered that year. Current trend: Rising.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Dariel?

Approximately 8,155 people named Dariel live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 8,406. That works out to roughly 1 in 40,467 Americans.

Is Dariel a rare name?

Dariel is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 40,467 Americans has this name.

What does the name Dariel mean?

Dariel means "lightning" and comes from Hebrew origins.

Is Dariel more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 95% of people named Dariel are male and 5% are female.

When was Dariel most popular?

Dariel peaked in 2024 with 979 births that year. Current trend: Rising.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US8,155
All-Time Births8,406
1 in X1 in 40,467
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age14
Peak Year2024
World Rank#89,150
Male %95%
Female %5%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.