Markel
boy name#3089 in 2025Markel entered the US charts in 1948, peaked at #832 in 1995, ranks #3089 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1948–2025
#3089
rank today
#832
peak (1995)
39
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3679 |
| 1950s | #3082 |
| 1960s | #2807 |
| 1970s | #2940 |
| 1980s | #1924 |
| 1990s | #1047 |
| 2000s | #1126 |
| 2010s | #1593 |
| 2020s | #2361 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Markel has been most popular in FL, GA, TX.
Living bearers
About 4,600 people named Markel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Markel alive today was born around 2004, making them about 21 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Markel in 2025?
- Markel ranks #3089 among US boy names in 2025, with 39 babies given the name.
- When was the name Markel most popular?
- Markel peaked in 1995, reaching #832 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Markel with classmates?
- Markel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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