Karel
boy name#12008 in 2025Karel entered the US charts in 1916, peaked at #2563 in 1934, ranks #12008 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1916–2025
#12008
rank today
#2563
peak (1934)
5
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3236 |
| 1920s | #2967 |
| 1930s | #3155 |
| 1940s | #3174 |
| 1950s | #3373 |
| 1960s | #3592 |
| 1970s | #4501 |
| 1980s | #5051 |
| 1990s | #6910 |
| 2000s | #7015 |
| 2010s | #9713 |
| 2020s | #9151 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Karel has been most popular in CA, TX.
Living bearers
About 500 people named Karel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Karel alive today was born around 1989, making them about 36 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Karel in 2025?
- Karel ranks #12008 among US boy names in 2025, with 5 babies given the name.
- When was the name Karel most popular?
- Karel peaked in 1934, reaching #2563 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Karel with classmates?
- Karel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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