Maysel
girl nameMaysel entered the US charts in 1897, peaked at #1203 in 1908, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1897–2025
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rank today
#1203
peak (1908)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1890s | #1385 |
| 1900s | #1720 |
| 1910s | #2029 |
| 1920s | #2749 |
| 1930s | #3575 |
| 1940s | #3954 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Maysel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Maysel alive today was born around 1920, making them about 105 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Maysel in 2025?
- Maysel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Maysel most popular?
- Maysel peaked in 1908, reaching #1203 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Maysel with classmates?
- Maysel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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