Peniel
boy namePeniel entered the US charts in 1997, peaked at #6036 in 2018, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1997–2025
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rank today
#6036
peak (2018)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1990s | #9265 |
| 2000s | #9170 |
| 2010s | #8146 |
| 2020s | #9849 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Peniel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Peniel is a kid of about 10 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Peniel in 2025?
- Peniel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Peniel most popular?
- Peniel peaked in 2018, reaching #6036 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Peniel with classmates?
- Peniel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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