Harvel
boy nameHarvel entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1983 in 1940, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
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rank today
#1983
peak (1940)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2694 |
| 1920s | #3203 |
| 1930s | #2723 |
| 1940s | #3013 |
| 1950s | #3545 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Harvel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Harvel alive today was born around 1933, making them about 92 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Harvel in 2025?
- Harvel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Harvel most popular?
- Harvel peaked in 1940, reaching #1983 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Harvel with classmates?
- Harvel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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