Etsel
boy nameEtsel entered the US charts in 1920, peaked at #3361 in 1932, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1920–2025
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rank today
#3361
peak (1932)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3923 |
| 1930s | #3376 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Etsel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Etsel 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 Etsel in 2025?
- Etsel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Etsel most popular?
- Etsel peaked in 1932, reaching #3361 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Etsel with classmates?
- Etsel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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