Pawel
boy namePawel entered the US charts in 1980, peaked at #2556 in 1994, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1980–2025
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rank today
#2556
peak (1994)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #4340 |
| 1990s | #3456 |
| 2000s | #6038 |
| 2010s | #9727 |
Living bearers
About 400 people named Pawel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Pawel alive today was born around 1996, making them about 29 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Pawel in 2025?
- Pawel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Pawel most popular?
- Pawel peaked in 1994, reaching #2556 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Pawel with classmates?
- Pawel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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