Jewel
boy name#8243 in 2025Jewel entered the US charts in 1880, peaked at #405 in 1907, ranks #8243 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1880–2025
#8243
rank today
#405
peak (1907)
9
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #900 |
| 1890s | #719 |
| 1900s | #509 |
| 1910s | #552 |
| 1920s | #547 |
| 1930s | #642 |
| 1940s | #912 |
| 1950s | #1184 |
| 1960s | #1729 |
| 1970s | #2323 |
| 1980s | #3013 |
| 1990s | #4596 |
| 2000s | #5930 |
| 2010s | #8096 |
| 2020s | #6891 |
Living bearers
About 1,600 people named Jewel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Jewel alive today was born around 1932, making them about 93 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Jewel in 2025?
- Jewel ranks #8243 among US boy names in 2025, with 9 babies given the name.
- When was the name Jewel most popular?
- Jewel peaked in 1907, reaching #405 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Jewel with classmates?
- Jewel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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