Abiel is a name of Hebrew origin, derived from the elements "av" meaning "father," and "el" meaning "God." Thus, the name Abiel signifies "my father is God." It is also associated with the biblical figure Abiel, who was one of King David's mighty warriors mentioned in the Old Testament. The name Abiel has a rich historical background and is often associated with courage and strength due to its biblical context. However, it remains relatively uncommon and unique compared to other Hebrew names like Samuel or Daniel.
The name Abiel has seen a varied number of births in the United States over recent years. In 2007, there were 5 babies named Abiel, followed by an increase to 7 births in the following year, 2008. After a gap of several years, the name resurfaced with 6 births in 2012 and continued with another 5 births each in 2013 and 2017.
Overall, from 2007 to 2017, there have been a total of 28 babies named Abiel born in the United States. This shows that while not exceptionally common, the name Abiel has maintained a steady presence among newborns during this decade.