Rebel
girl name#3167 in 2025Rebel entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #1612 in 2021, ranks #3167 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
#3167
rank today
#1612
peak (2021)
50
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2979 |
| 1940s | #4490 |
| 1950s | #4147 |
| 1960s | #3511 |
| 1970s | #6793 |
| 1980s | #7516 |
| 1990s | #11156 |
| 2000s | #15555 |
| 2010s | #5457 |
| 2020s | #2463 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Rebel has been most popular in CA, TX, OK.
Living bearers
About 1,400 people named Rebel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Rebel is a kid of about 9 — 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 Rebel in 2025?
- Rebel ranks #3167 among US girl names in 2025, with 50 babies given the name.
- When was the name Rebel most popular?
- Rebel peaked in 2021, reaching #1612 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Rebel with classmates?
- Rebel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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