Edsel
boy name#12008 in 2025Edsel entered the US charts in 1914, peaked at #399 in 1927, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1914–2025
#12008
rank today
#399
peak (1927)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #1515 |
| 1920s | #586 |
| 1930s | #789 |
| 1940s | #1025 |
| 1950s | #1131 |
| 1960s | #1698 |
| 1970s | #2818 |
| 1980s | #3360 |
| 1990s | #4970 |
| 2000s | #6201 |
| 2010s | #8623 |
| 2020s | #9791 |
Living bearers
About 1,500 people named Edsel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Edsel 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 Edsel in 2025?
- Edsel ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Edsel most popular?
- Edsel peaked in 1927, reaching #399 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Edsel with classmates?
- Edsel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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