Bethel
girl name#3389 in 2025Bethel entered the US charts in 1890, peaked at #632 in 1917, ranks #3389 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1890–2025
#3389
rank today
#632
peak (1917)
45
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #854 |
| 1900s | #711 |
| 1910s | #679 |
| 1920s | #745 |
| 1930s | #898 |
| 1940s | #1374 |
| 1950s | #2223 |
| 1960s | #2688 |
| 1970s | #4887 |
| 1980s | #6697 |
| 1990s | #7129 |
| 2000s | #4359 |
| 2010s | #2868 |
| 2020s | #3334 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Bethel has been most popular in TX, CA, GA.
Living bearers
About 2,400 people named Bethel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Bethel alive today was born around 1936, making them about 89 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Bethel in 2025?
- Bethel ranks #3389 among US girl names in 2025, with 45 babies given the name.
- When was the name Bethel most popular?
- Bethel peaked in 1917, reaching #632 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Bethel with classmates?
- Bethel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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