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Arel

boy name#5608 in 2025

Arel entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #3518 in 1937, ranks #5608 today — a rare gem few children share.

Popularity 19162025

19162025
US babies named Arel per year from 1916 to 2025
#5608
rank today
#3518
peak (1937)
16
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share

Rank by decade

DecadeAverage rank
1910s#3897
1920s#3841
1930s#3518
1950s#3734
1970s#5355
1980s#5995
1990s#8836
2000s#8366
2010s#7959
2020s#6746

Strongest states

Over the last decade, Arel has been most popular in TX.

Living bearers

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

The typical Arel alive today was born around 2011, making them about 14 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

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Frequently asked questions

How popular is the name Arel in 2025?
Arel ranks #5608 among US boy names in 2025, with 16 babies given the name.
When was the name Arel most popular?
Arel peaked in 1937, reaching #3518 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Arel with classmates?
Arel will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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