Jemel
boy nameJemel entered the US charts in 1968, peaked at #1781 in 1976, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1968–2025
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rank today
#1781
peak (1976)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1960s | #3368 |
| 1970s | #2573 |
| 1980s | #2377 |
| 1990s | #4547 |
| 2000s | #7008 |
| 2010s | #9088 |
| 2020s | #12239 |
Living bearers
About 700 people named Jemel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jemel alive today was born around 1988, making them about 37 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jemel in 2025?
- Jemel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Jemel most popular?
- Jemel peaked in 1976, reaching #1781 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jemel with classmates?
- Jemel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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