Marshel
boy nameMarshel entered the US charts in 1911, peaked at #1720 in 1926, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1911–2025
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rank today
#1720
peak (1926)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2483 |
| 1920s | #2096 |
| 1930s | #2152 |
| 1940s | #2701 |
| 1950s | #3344 |
| 1960s | #3496 |
| 1970s | #5587 |
| 1980s | #6741 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Marshel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Marshel alive today was born around 1932, making them about 93 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Marshel in 2025?
- Marshel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Marshel most popular?
- Marshel peaked in 1926, reaching #1720 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Marshel with classmates?
- Marshel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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