How popular is the name Ancil in 2025?

Ancil is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Ancil most popular?

Ancil peaked in 1901, reaching #943 among US boy names.

Ancil will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Ancil entered the US charts in 1888, peaked at #943 in 1901, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#943

peak (1901)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 300 people named Ancil are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Ancil alive today was born around 1934, making them about 91 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Ancil in 2025?: Ancil is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Ancil most popular?: Ancil peaked in 1901, reaching #943 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Ancil with classmates?: Ancil will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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