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Osiel

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Pronounced oh-see-EL /oʊ.siΛˆΙ›l/Low

Meaning: Strength of God, God's powerLow

In 30 seconds: Osiel is a Hebrew name meaning strength of God, from oz (strength) and El (God). Used primarily in Latin American and Mexican communities, it carries a powerful spiritual meaning and a distinctive three-syllable sound.
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Origin LowHebrew
MeaningStrength of God, God's power
U.S. rank (2024)#1220 β†˜ Falling
2024 U.S. births165 boys (0.01% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2023
Total births (all-time)β‰ˆ 2,872

Popularity in the U.S. Β· SSA data

peak 202319702024

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

History & Origin

Osiel is a Hebrew name combining oz (strength) and El (God), meaning strength of God or God's power. It is used in Spanish-speaking communities, particularly in Mexico, where Hebrew biblical names have been adopted with a Spanish phonetic rendering.

In the United States, Osiel appears primarily in Mexican and Central American communities. Its three syllables and strong meaning make it a distinctive spiritual choice.

Did you know? The Hebrew root oz meaning strength appears in several Hebrew names including Ozzy, Uziel, and Osiel β€” a family of names expressing the divine power and protection of God.
Overall data confidence 90%
Behind the Name: Osiel

Variations

OselOzielUziel

Nicknames

OsiOs

Famous Bearers

  • β˜…Osiel Cardenas Guillen (b. 1967)
    Mexican former leader of the Gulf Cartel, a widely documented figure in coverage of Mexico's drug conflict

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Frequently Asked

What does Osiel mean?

Osiel means strength of God from the Hebrew oz (strength) and El (God).

Is Osiel a Mexican name?

Osiel has Hebrew roots but is used primarily in Mexican and Latin American communities.

How do you pronounce Osiel?

Osiel is pronounced oh-see-EL with three syllables.

What names are similar to Osiel?

Similar Hebrew names include Uziel, Eziel, and Gabriel.