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Magdiel

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Magdiel Pronunciation

Magdiel is pronounced mahg-dee-EL /ˌmɑɡ.diˈɛl/Medium

Meaning: From Hebrew Magdiel — 'God is my glory' or 'prince/chief of God'; a biblical chief; used as a Latino -el nameLow

In 30 seconds: God is my glory: Magdiel is a biblical -el name ('of God'). Devout, melodic, and strong — popular in Latino families.

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Origin MediumHebrew, Spanish

MeaningFrom Hebrew Magdiel — 'God is my glory' or 'prince/chief of God'; a biblical chief; used as a Latino -el name

U.S. rank (2024)#4498 ↗ Rising

2024 U.S. births23 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2005

Total births (all-time)≈ 594

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

History & Origin

Magdiel comes from Hebrew Magdiel — 'God is my glory' or 'prince/chief of God' (a biblical Edomite chief; the gloss varies, which we note). With the -el ending ('of God'), it's a popular Latino devotional name.

In the U.S. it appears in Latino families. Rare, God-is-my-glory at the root, and devout.

Did you know? Magdiel was a chief of Edom in the Bible — his name means 'God is my glory' or 'prince of God'; a devout, melodic Latino -el name.

Overall data confidence 65%

References — Magdiel — gloss varies

Variations

MagdiélMagdyel

Nicknames

Magdi

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How do you pronounce Magdiel?

Magdiel is pronounced mahg-dee-EL (/ˌmɑɡ.diˈɛl/). Press play above to hear Magdiel said aloud.

How do you say Magdiel?

Magdiel is said mahg-dee-EL (/ˌmɑɡ.diˈɛl/). Press play above to hear Magdiel said aloud.

What does the name Magdiel mean?

Magdiel is Hebrew for 'God is my glory' or 'prince of God'; the gloss varies.

Is Magdiel a boy or girl name?

Magdiel is a boy's name.

How popular is Magdiel?

Magdiel is a rare name in the U.S.