Ardel
boy nameArdel entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #3113 in 1939, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1917–2025
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rank today
#3113
peak (1939)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3981 |
| 1920s | #4286 |
| 1930s | #3438 |
| 1940s | #3525 |
| 1950s | #3714 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Ardel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Ardel alive today was born around 1939, making them about 86 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ardel in 2025?
- Ardel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Ardel most popular?
- Ardel peaked in 1939, reaching #3113 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Ardel with classmates?
- Ardel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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