Lowel
boy nameLowel entered the US charts in 1920, peaked at #2868 in 1938, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1920–2025
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rank today
#2868
peak (1938)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3836 |
| 1930s | #3391 |
| 1940s | #3505 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Lowel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Lowel alive today was born around 1933, making them about 92 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Lowel in 2025?
- Lowel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Lowel most popular?
- Lowel peaked in 1938, reaching #2868 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Lowel with classmates?
- Lowel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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