Oriel Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
Irish
Gender Distribution:
64% Masculine / 36% Feminine
Meaning:
Meaning 'golden' or 'golden princess', Oriel is a strong and regal name of Irish origin.
Meaning of the Name Oriel
Oriel is a name of Irish origin meaning 'golden', 'gold', or 'golden princess'. It is derived from the Irish word 'óir' which means 'gold'. In Irish mythology, Oriel is believed to be the name of a mythical princess. The name Oriel has a strong and regal sound, and it has gained popularity as a unique and uncommon name for both boys and girls.
Popularity of the Name Oriel
The popularity for the name Oriel peaked in popularity in the year 2022 with 25 births, which ranked number 9,302 out of 29,174 unique names for that year. Oriel had the most female births in 1983 with 13, which ranked number 5,147 out of 12,071 female names for that year, and had the most male births in 2022 with 25, which ranked number 4,160 out of 14,255 male names for that year.
Nationwide Popularity of Oriel
- 20 Year Trend of Oriel: 316.67%
Popularity of Oriel by State
For males, Oriel was most popular in Northeastern states with 6 births in the region. It was most commonly seen in NY, with 6 male births. See below for a full state by state breakdown of the name Oriel. States with less than five births recorded will not be shown.
| State | Male Births | Male Gender Rank | Female Births | Female Gender Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NY | 6 | 1587 | < 5 | N/A |
2024 Popularity Projections for Oriel
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