Ethel
girl name#4172 in 2025Ethel entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #6 in 1896, ranks #4172 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#4172
rank today
#6
peak (1896)
34
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #18 |
| 1890s | #8 |
| 1900s | #11 |
| 1910s | #22 |
| 1920s | #41 |
| 1930s | #80 |
| 1940s | #133 |
| 1950s | #252 |
| 1960s | #462 |
| 1970s | #959 |
| 1980s | #2139 |
| 1990s | #4212 |
| 2000s | #6686 |
| 2010s | #6723 |
| 2020s | #4827 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Ethel has been most popular in NY, TX, CA.
Living bearers
About 39,500 people named Ethel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Ethel alive today was born around 1918, making them about 107 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ethel in 2025?
- Ethel ranks #4172 among US girl names in 2025, with 34 babies given the name.
- When was the name Ethel most popular?
- Ethel peaked in 1896, reaching #6 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Ethel with classmates?
- Ethel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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