Jofiel Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: JOH-fee-el //ˈdʒoʊfiːɛl//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: Hebrew: God is my joy; English: variant of Jophiel
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Jofiel is derived from the Hebrew name יֹופִיאֵל (Yofiel), which translates to "God is my beauty" or "beauty of God." The etymology can be traced back to the Hebrew root words "yofi," meaning beauty, and "El," which denotes God. This name is part of a broader tradition of angelic names in Judeo-Christian texts, where names often reflect divine attributes or characteristics.
The transition of Jofiel into English likely occurred through the influence of medieval Latin texts and the subsequent translations of biblical and apocryphal literature, which incorporated angelology into Christian thought during the Middle Ages. Historically, Jofiel is recognized as one of the archangels in various religious traditions, particularly within Jewish mysticism and Christian angelology.
While not mentioned in canonical texts such as the Bible, Jofiel appears in various mystical writings and apocryphal texts, particularly in the Kabbalistic tradition, where he is associated with wisdom and enlightenment. The name gained further prominence in the Renaissance period, when interest in angelology and the esoteric aspects of religion flourished, leading to the inclusion of Jofiel in various angelic hierarchies.
Culturally, Jofiel embodies the ideals of beauty and divine wisdom, resonating with themes of enlightenment and inspiration. This connection to beauty and knowledge has allowed the name to endure in various spiritual and artistic contexts.
Additionally, the name has a diminutive form, "Jofi," which may be used informally, reflecting a more personal connection to the name's deeper meanings. Overall, Jofiel's historical and cultural significance is rooted in its linguistic origins and the rich tapestry of angelic lore that has evolved over centuries.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jofiel was first seen in the United States in 2011.
Jofiel has ranked as high as #1339 nationally, which occurred in 2011, and has been most popular in .
In the past 5 years the name Jofiel has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Jofiel 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 Jofiel was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Jofiel
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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 Jofiel.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 6 |
| 2017 | 6 |
| 2014 | 7 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2011 | 7 |