Azel
girl nameAzel entered the US charts in 1921, peaked at #4342 in 1938, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1921–2025
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rank today
#4342
peak (1938)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #5099 |
| 1930s | #4342 |
| 2000s | #15432 |
| 2010s | #13324 |
| 2020s | #11470 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Azel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Azel is a kid of about 9 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Azel in 2025?
- Azel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Azel most popular?
- Azel peaked in 1938, reaching #4342 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Azel with classmates?
- Azel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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