Martel
girl nameMartel entered the US charts in 1973, peaked at #8423 in 1973, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1973–2025
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rank today
#8423
peak (1973)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #8423 |
| 1980s | #10411 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Martel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Martel alive today was born around 1973, making them about 52 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Martel in 2025?
- Martel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Martel most popular?
- Martel peaked in 1973, reaching #8423 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Martel with classmates?
- Martel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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