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Massiel
Pronounced mah-see-EL /mɑ.siˈɛl/Medium
Meaning: A Hispanic name popularly taken as 'the star of Bethlehem'; sometimes linked to Hebrew -el, 'God'; best known from the singer Massiel; routes layeredLow
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.
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History & Origin
Massiel is a Hispanic name popularly taken as 'the star of Bethlehem' (sometimes linked to Hebrew -el, 'God'; routes layered, which we note). Made widely known by the Spanish singer Massiel. A lyrical, festive name (said 'mah-see-EL'; nickname Massi).
In the U.S. it appears in Dominican families. Rare, the-star-of-Bethlehem at the root, and festive.
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What does the name Massiel mean?
Massiel is a Hispanic name popularly taken as 'the star of Bethlehem'; the routes are layered.
How do you pronounce Massiel?
It's said mah-see-EL /mɑ.siˈɛl/ — three syllables, stress on the third.
Is Massiel a boy or girl name?
Massiel is a girl's name.
How popular is Massiel?
Massiel is a rare name in the U.S.