Shael
boy nameShael entered the US charts in 2009, peaked at #8744 in 2015, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2009–2025
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rank today
#8744
peak (2015)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2000s | #12491 |
| 2010s | #9691 |
| 2020s | #12294 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shael are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shael is a kid of about 12 — 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 Shael in 2025?
- Shael is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Shael most popular?
- Shael peaked in 2015, reaching #8744 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shael with classmates?
- Shael will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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