Kerel
boy nameKerel entered the US charts in 1982, peaked at #5003 in 1982, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1982–2025
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rank today
#5003
peak (1982)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #5748 |
| 1990s | #8435 |
| 2000s | #9953 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Kerel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Kerel alive today was born around 1986, making them about 39 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Kerel in 2025?
- Kerel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Kerel most popular?
- Kerel peaked in 1982, reaching #5003 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Kerel with classmates?
- Kerel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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