Remiel Boy
Name Meaning & Origin Pronunciation: REH-mee-el //ˈrɛm.i.ɛl//
Origin: Hebrew; English
Meaning: God has mercy (Hebrew); a variant of the name Remiel (English)
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Remiel has its roots in Hebrew, deriving from the elements "re" meaning "to be merciful" and "el" meaning "God." This etymological foundation suggests a meaning akin to "God is merciful." The name appears in various forms across different cultures and languages, transitioning through Greek and Latin before being adopted into English. The Hebrew name is often associated with angelic figures in religious texts, particularly within apocryphal literature, where Remiel is recognized as an angel of mercy and a guide for souls.
Historically, Remiel is mentioned in the Book of Enoch, a significant work from the Second Temple period, which is not included in the canonical scriptures of most branches of Judaism and Christianity. This text, dating back to the 3rd century BCE, provides insights into early Jewish angelology and the roles of various angels, including Remiel.
The name's association with mercy and divine guidance has contributed to its enduring presence in religious contexts, particularly within mystical traditions. Culturally, Remiel embodies themes of compassion and divine intervention, resonating with the broader Judeo-Christian emphasis on mercy as a divine attribute.
The name has been embraced in various literary and artistic works, often symbolizing hope and redemption. While diminutive forms or variations may exist in different cultures, the name Remiel itself has maintained a relatively consistent form throughout its historical journey, reflecting its deep-rooted significance in spiritual and religious narratives.
Fictional characters named Remiel
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Remiel is a fictional character from the comic book series Sandman. He is an angel who serves as a guide and messenger in the realm of dreams.
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Remiel was first seen in the United States in 2006.
Remiel has ranked as high as #1333 nationally, which occurred in 2023, and has been most popular in Texas, and California.
In the past 5 years the name Remiel has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
The name Remiel 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 Remiel was first recorded in the United States and illustrates how its popularity has risen and fallen over time.
Top States for Remiel (2024)
We track the most popular states for each baby name every year and highlight the locations where the name appears most frequently. In some cases, you may see four or five states listed. However, we only display states where the name represents a significant percentage of births, so the number of states shown can range from one to several.
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 7 |
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 Remiel.
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 2024 | 35 |
| 2023 | 43 |
| 2022 | 41 |
| 2021 | 27 |
| 2020 | 28 |
| 2019 | 14 |
| 2018 | 14 |
| 2017 | 16 |
| 2016 | 5 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2014 | 8 |
| 2013 | 11 |
| 2012 | 9 |
| 2011 | 8 |
| 2010 | 11 |
| 2009 | 9 |
| 2008 | 6 |
| 2007 | 5 |
| 2006 | 5 |