How popular is the name Pal in 2025?

Pal is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.

When was the name Pal most popular?

Pal peaked in 1934, reaching #2393 among US boy names.

Pal will almost certainly be the only one in school.

boy name

Pal entered the US charts in 1917, peaked at #2393 in 1934, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.

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rank today

#2393

peak (1934)

babies in 2025

rare

a rare gem few children share

About 100 people named Pal are estimated to be alive in the US today.

The typical Pal alive today was born around 1965, making them about 60 years old.

Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.

How popular is the name Pal in 2025?: Pal is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
When was the name Pal most popular?: Pal peaked in 1934, reaching #2393 among US boy names.
Will my child share the name Pal with classmates?: Pal will almost certainly be the only one in school.

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