Newell
boy nameNewell entered the US charts in 1881, peaked at #460 in 1881, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1881–2025
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rank today
#460
peak (1881)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #764 |
| 1890s | #748 |
| 1900s | #791 |
| 1910s | #672 |
| 1920s | #789 |
| 1930s | #885 |
| 1940s | #1021 |
| 1950s | #1392 |
| 1960s | #2042 |
| 1970s | #3593 |
| 1980s | #5701 |
| 1990s | #7135 |
| 2000s | #10123 |
| 2010s | #11178 |
Living bearers
About 900 people named Newell are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Newell alive today was born around 1930, making them about 95 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Newell in 2025?
- Newell is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Newell most popular?
- Newell peaked in 1881, reaching #460 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Newell with classmates?
- Newell will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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