Aziel, a spirited Hebrew name that whispers “God is my strength,” is fluttering into nurseries faster than a monsoon breeze across Mumbai. In its homeland tongue you’ll hear it as ah-ZYE-el, while in American playgrounds it often sings out as AY-zee-el—two melodies, one strong meaning. A minor biblical figure gives it ancient roots, yet its vibe feels fresh as mango lassi. Just glance at the U.S. charts: from only a handful of babies in the 1990s to well over a thousand in 2024, Aziel has leapt forward like a cricket ball racing to the boundary. Parents adore its mix of gentle vowels and zesty “z,” a combo that sounds both peaceful and powerful—perfect for a little hero who might one day juggle coding, cricket, and kindness with equal ease.
| Aziel Christopher Jackson, known as AZ, is an American attacking midfielder for Ekstraklasa club Jagiellonia Bialystok. |