Peniel: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
Face of God, a name of sacred encounter and transforming vision.
- Origin
- Hebrew
- Syllables
- 3
- Current rank
- #9245
- Peak
- #6241 in 2018
Trend: Falling, easing off its high over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Peniel Means
Peniel is a boy name of Hebrew origin. Face of God, a name of sacred encounter and transforming vision.
How Popular Peniel Is
Peniel currently ranks #9245 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #6241 in 2018. It has been easing off its high.
Good to Know About Peniel
- Peniel is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
- Peniel is a name with deep biblical and Jewish roots.
- It's part of the celestial naming trend inspired by the sky and stars.
Names Like Peniel
Other Hebrew names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Peniel
Hebrew names that pair well as a brother or sister to Peniel.
Questions About Peniel
What does Peniel mean?
Peniel is a boy name of Hebrew origin. Face of God, a name of sacred encounter and transforming vision.
How popular is Peniel?
Peniel currently ranks #9245 among boy names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #6241 in 2018. It has been easing off its high.
Where does Peniel come from?
Peniel comes from Hebrew roots. Peniel is less common today than in past decades, making it a distinctive choice.
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