Maxel
boy name#10695 in 2025Maxel entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #3390 in 1931, ranks #10695 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1917–2025
#10695
rank today
#3390
peak (1931)
6
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #3981 |
| 1930s | #3390 |
| 2010s | #11400 |
| 2020s | #10695 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Maxel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Maxel is a kid of about 10 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Maxel in 2025?
- Maxel ranks #10695 among US boy names in 2025, with 6 babies given the name.
- When was the name Maxel most popular?
- Maxel peaked in 1931, reaching #3390 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Maxel with classmates?
- Maxel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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