Kariel
boy nameKariel entered the US charts in 2007, peaked at #8739 in 2020, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2007–2025
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rank today
#8739
peak (2020)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #11171 |
| 2010s | #12210 |
| 2020s | #10535 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Kariel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Kariel is a kid of about 6 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kariel in 2025?
- Kariel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kariel most popular?
- Kariel peaked in 2020, reaching #8739 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kariel with classmates?
- Kariel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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