Ethell
girl nameEthell entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #2833 in 1916, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
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rank today
#2833
peak (1916)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3506 |
| 1920s | #4319 |
| 1930s | #3891 |
| 1940s | #4671 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Ethell are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Ethell alive today was born around 1927, making them about 98 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Ethell in 2025?
- Ethell is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Ethell most popular?
- Ethell peaked in 1916, reaching #2833 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Ethell with classmates?
- Ethell will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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