Emel
girl nameEmel entered the US charts in 1997, peaked at #13724 in 1997, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1997–2025
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rank today
#13724
peak (1997)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #13724 |
| 2010s | #14558 |
| 2020s | #15272 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Emel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Emel 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 Emel in 2025?
- Emel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Emel most popular?
- Emel peaked in 1997, reaching #13724 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Emel with classmates?
- Emel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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