Adel
boy name#4707 in 2025Adel entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #2174 in 1992, ranks #4707 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
#4707
rank today
#2174
peak (1992)
21
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3722 |
| 1920s | #3815 |
| 1930s | #3684 |
| 1940s | #3430 |
| 1960s | #3722 |
| 1970s | #4101 |
| 1980s | #3356 |
| 1990s | #2668 |
| 2000s | #2751 |
| 2010s | #3003 |
| 2020s | #3539 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Adel has been most popular in NY, CA, TX.
Living bearers
About 1,400 people named Adel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Adel alive today was born around 2005, making them about 20 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Adel in 2025?
- Adel ranks #4707 among US boy names in 2025, with 21 babies given the name.
- When was the name Adel most popular?
- Adel peaked in 1992, reaching #2174 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Adel with classmates?
- Adel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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