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Adriel

Boy name · 16 babies recorded · 1974–2025

Adriel: 16 babies born in Scotland since 1974, given to boys, peaking at 5 births in 2025.

Of Hebrew origin, Adriel means "flock of God" or "God's congregation." The name appears in the Old Testament as the son of Barzillai and the husband of Merab, King Saul's daughter. It has a gentle, pastoral feel. Notable Adriel include Adriel, a contemporary music producer and songwriter who has worked with major pop artists, and in Biblical lore, Adriel's brief story touches on themes of faithfulness and political alliance. There is no direct place connection from this name, though it shares a root with names like Ariel; the two are sometimes confused. Adriel is a unisex name in various cultures.

Boy 4 of 52 years

Peak year
20255 babies
Latest (2025)
#5605 babies
Total births
16since 2021
5-year trend
≈ stablevs prior 5y
1980 1990 2000 2010 2020 2025 · 5
Births per year in Scotland. Missing years had a count of 2 or fewer (suppressed by NRS).