Orel
boy name#10695 in 2025Orel entered the US charts in 1883, peaked at #892 in 1883, ranks #10695 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1883–2025
#10695
rank today
#892
peak (1883)
6
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1880s | #892 |
| 1890s | #963 |
| 1900s | #1239 |
| 1910s | #1827 |
| 1920s | #2678 |
| 1930s | #2803 |
| 1940s | #3364 |
| 1950s | #3988 |
| 1970s | #4554 |
| 1980s | #4529 |
| 1990s | #6789 |
| 2000s | #8766 |
| 2010s | #10583 |
| 2020s | #11027 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Orel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Orel alive today was born around 1933, making them about 92 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 ranks #10695 among US boy names in 2025, with 6 babies given the name.
- When was the name Orel most popular?
- Orel peaked in 1883, reaching #892 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Orel with classmates?
- Orel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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