How popular is the name Arvel in 2025?

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

When was the name Arvel most popular?

Arvel peaked in 1902, reaching #687 among US boy names.

Arvel will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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Arvel entered the US charts in 1894, peaked at #687 in 1902, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#687

peak (1902)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 500 people named Arvel are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Arvel alive today was born around 1930, making them about 95 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Arvel in 2025?: Arvel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Arvel most popular?: Arvel peaked in 1902, reaching #687 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Arvel with classmates?: Arvel will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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