Lionel
girl nameLionel entered the US charts in 1921, peaked at #4331 in 1931, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1921–2025
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rank today
#4331
peak (1931)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #5099 |
| 1930s | #4331 |
| 1950s | #6103 |
| 1980s | #9818 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Lionel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Lionel alive today was born around 1981, making them about 44 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lionel in 2025?
- Lionel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Lionel most popular?
- Lionel peaked in 1931, reaching #4331 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Lionel with classmates?
- Lionel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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