Iriel
Meaning of Iriel
Iriel traces its origin to a poetic blend of Greek and Hebrew traditions, yet carries the sun-drenched warmth of Latin sensibilities—emerging like an unexpected golden tile in the mosaic of feminine names. Its soft first syllable, Iri-, conjures the prism of a rainbow (iris in Greek), while the suffix -el hums with celestial light, echoing the Hebrew word for “God” and lending a sacred, timeless aura. This delicate union evokes both the vibrant flutter of mariposas at dawn and the steadfast courage of a leonine sentinel. Though just twelve American newborns bore this name in 2024—a gentle ascent from past years—Iriel whispers of a timeless saga reclaimed under a sun-kissed sky. For parents seeking a name that dances between folklore and fresh possibility—like a secreto shared along cobblestone streets—it offers a narrative as singular and spirited as the child who will bear it—no small feat for a name that manages to stand out without tumbling off a teacher’s attendance sheet.
Pronunciation
English
- Pronunced as eye-ree-el (/aɪˈriːl/)
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