Cartel
boy nameCartel entered the US charts in 1998, peaked at #5923 in 2013, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1998–2025
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rank today
#5923
peak (2013)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #8479 |
| 2000s | #9428 |
| 2010s | #8428 |
| 2020s | #8012 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Cartel has been most popular in OH.
Living bearers
About 100 people named Cartel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Cartel is a kid of about 11 — 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 Cartel in 2025?
- Cartel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Cartel most popular?
- Cartel peaked in 2013, reaching #5923 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Cartel with classmates?
- Cartel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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