Nichel
girl nameNichel entered the US charts in 1985, peaked at #9307 in 1985, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1985–2025
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rank today
#9307
peak (1985)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #9426 |
| 1990s | #11738 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Nichel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Nichel alive today was born around 1986, making them about 39 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Nichel in 2025?
- Nichel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Nichel most popular?
- Nichel peaked in 1985, reaching #9307 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Nichel with classmates?
- Nichel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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