Carel
girl nameCarel entered the US charts in 1924, peaked at #3176 in 1949, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1924–2025
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rank today
#3176
peak (1949)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #5061 |
| 1930s | #3434 |
| 1940s | #4058 |
| 1950s | #5566 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Carel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Carel alive today was born around 1945, making them about 80 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Carel in 2025?
- Carel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Carel most popular?
- Carel peaked in 1949, reaching #3176 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Carel with classmates?
- Carel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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