Othel
boy nameOthel entered the US charts in 1906, peaked at #893 in 1909, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1906–2025
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rank today
#893
peak (1909)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1900s | #949 |
| 1910s | #1436 |
| 1920s | #1593 |
| 1930s | #1986 |
| 1940s | #2514 |
| 1950s | #3384 |
| 1960s | #3595 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Othel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Othel alive today was born around 1926, making them about 99 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Othel in 2025?
- Othel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Othel most popular?
- Othel peaked in 1909, reaching #893 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Othel with classmates?
- Othel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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