How popular is the name Buel in 2025?

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

When was the name Buel most popular?

Buel peaked in 1898, reaching #804 among US boy names.

Buel will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Buel entered the US charts in 1888, peaked at #804 in 1898, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#804

peak (1898)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 200 people named Buel are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Buel alive today was born around 1927, making them about 98 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Buel in 2025?: Buel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Buel most popular?: Buel peaked in 1898, reaching #804 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Buel with classmates?: Buel will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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