Anabel
boy nameAnabel entered the US charts in 1982, peaked at #4811 in 1989, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1982–2025
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rank today
#4811
peak (1989)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #5598 |
| 1990s | #7019 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Anabel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Anabel alive today was born around 1990, making them about 35 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Anabel in 2025?
- Anabel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Anabel most popular?
- Anabel peaked in 1989, reaching #4811 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Anabel with classmates?
- Anabel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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