Dorsel
boy nameDorsel entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #2864 in 1931, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
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rank today
#2864
peak (1931)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3470 |
| 1920s | #3891 |
| 1930s | #3343 |
| 1940s | #3133 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Dorsel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Dorsel alive today was born around 1931, making them about 94 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dorsel in 2025?
- Dorsel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Dorsel most popular?
- Dorsel peaked in 1931, reaching #2864 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dorsel with classmates?
- Dorsel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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