Josiel
About Josiel
Josiel is a masculine name with Hispanic and Hebrew roots. It likely combines elements of the biblical name Joseph (meaning "God will add") with the angelic suffix "-iel" (meaning "of God"), creating a name with deep spiritual significance. Popular primarily in Spanish-speaking countries and communities, Josiel has a melodic quality and strong religious connotations. While not widely used in mainstream American culture, it has maintained steady usage within Hispanic communities. The name conveys a sense of divine protection and blessing. Josiel has a warm, approachable sound while maintaining masculine strength, appealing to parents seeking a name with both cultural heritage and spiritual meaning.
Pronounced hoh-see-EL.
As of October 2026, Josiel ranked #3058 in US births in 2025 SSA, peaked at #2690 in 2022.
Popularity & trends
Data table
| Year | US rank | Births | Per million |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | 0 |
| 2015 | #3,629 | 30 | 15.7 |
| 2016 | #4,146 | 25 | 13.2 |
| 2017 | #3,720 | 29 | 15.7 |
| 2018 | #3,335 | 34 | 18.7 |
| 2019 | #4,276 | 24 | 13.4 |
| 2020 | #3,761 | 28 | 16.2 |
| 2021 | #2,942 | 42 | 24 |
| 2022 | #2,690 | 49 | 28.1 |
| 2023 | #2,819 | 45 | 26.3 |
| 2024 | #3,351 | 35 | 20.3 |
| 2025 | #3,058 | 40 | 23.4 |