Athel
boy nameAthel entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1932 in 1934, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
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rank today
#1932
peak (1934)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2183 |
| 1920s | #2853 |
| 1930s | #2531 |
| 1940s | #3304 |
| 1950s | #3400 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Athel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Athel alive today was born around 1926, making them about 99 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Athel in 2025?
- Athel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Athel most popular?
- Athel peaked in 1934, reaching #1932 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Athel with classmates?
- Athel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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