Orel
girl nameOrel entered the US charts in 1915, peaked at #1013 in 1916, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1915–2025
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rank today
#1013
peak (1916)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #1840 |
| 1920s | #4155 |
| 2000s | #15242 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Orel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Orel alive today was born around 1917, making them about 108 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Orel in 2025?
- Orel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Orel most popular?
- Orel peaked in 1916, reaching #1013 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Orel with classmates?
- Orel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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