Asael Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: AH-sah-el //ˈɑːsəɛl//
Origin: Hebrew
Meaning: God has made
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Asael has its roots in Hebrew, deriving from the elements "asa," meaning "to make" or "to do," and "el," which translates to "God." Thus, Asael can be interpreted as "God has made" or "made by God." This name appears in the Hebrew Bible, specifically in the Old Testament, where Asael is mentioned as a son of Zeruiah, the sister of King David, and a notable figure in the lineage of David's warriors. The name's biblical significance contributes to its historical resonance within Jewish culture and beyond.
Asael's presence in biblical texts, particularly in the context of the Davidic narrative, marks it as a name associated with valor and loyalty. The mention of Asael in the context of the military exploits of David's men during the 10th century BCE highlights the name's connection to themes of bravery and divine purpose.
The name has been preserved through various translations of the Bible, including the Septuagint and the Vulgate, which helped disseminate its use beyond Hebrew-speaking populations. Culturally, Asael embodies the traditional values of strength and divine favor, which have made it a meaningful choice in various Jewish communities throughout history.
The name's association with biblical narratives has allowed it to endure across generations, often evoking a sense of heritage and connection to one's ancestry. While diminutive forms or variations of the name may exist, Asael itself remains a strong representation of its original meaning and significance, reflecting a deep-rooted cultural and spiritual legacy.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Asael was first seen in the United States in 1975.
Asael has ranked as high as #3832 nationally, which occurred in 2025, and has been most popular in Texas, California, Florida, North Carolina, and Arizona.
In the past 5 years the name Asael has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Asael is part of our comprehensive baby names database, which includes Social Security Administration (SSA) data dating back to 1880—the first official year of state and national tracking. The chart below shows when Asael was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
We track the national popularity of each baby name annually. The table below displays each year along with the number of births reported by the Social Security Administration. This data combines all state-level reporting from the SSA's baby names database to provide a comprehensive view of overall birth counts for Asael.
| Year | Total Births | Boy |
|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 89 | 89 |
| 2024 | 71 | 71 |
| 2023 | 64 | 64 |
| 2022 | 56 | 56 |
| 2021 | 45 | 45 |
| 2020 | 24 | 24 |
| 2019 | 40 | 40 |
| 2018 | 33 | 33 |
| 2017 | 52 | 52 |
| 2016 | 38 | 38 |
| 2015 | 66 | 66 |
| 2014 | 54 | 54 |
| 2013 | 53 | 53 |
| 2012 | 52 | 52 |
| 2011 | 62 | 62 |
| 2010 | 70 | 70 |
| 2009 | 60 | 60 |
| 2008 | 59 | 59 |
| 2007 | 59 | 59 |
| 2006 | 54 | 54 |
| 2005 | 68 | 68 |
| 2004 | 57 | 57 |
| 2003 | 64 | 64 |
| 2002 | 41 | 41 |
| 2001 | 29 | 29 |
| 2000 | 35 | 35 |
| 1999 | 27 | 27 |
| 1998 | 18 | 18 |
| 1997 | 22 | 22 |
| 1996 | 20 | 20 |
| 1995 | 15 | 15 |
| 1994 | 14 | 14 |
| 1993 | 9 | 9 |
| 1992 | 18 | 18 |
| 1991 | 12 | 12 |
| 1990 | 18 | 18 |
| 1989 | 7 | 7 |
| 1988 | 6 | 6 |
| 1987 | 8 | 8 |
| 1986 | 6 | 6 |
| 1985 | 5 | 5 |
| 1984 | 7 | 7 |
| 1983 | 6 | 6 |
| 1982 | 8 | 8 |
| 1981 | 5 | 5 |
| 1980 | 7 | 7 |
| 1979 | 6 | 6 |
| 1975 | 5 | 5 |
Top States for Asael (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. The table below shows the five states with the highest number of births for this name in the selected year. Use the toggle to expand the list to every state with reported births.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 14 | |
| FL | 7 | |
| NC | 5 | |
| CA | 5 |