Shell
girl nameShell entered the US charts in 1951, peaked at #3149 in 1965, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1951–2025
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rank today
#3149
peak (1965)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #4809 |
| 1960s | #4187 |
| 1970s | #6520 |
| 1980s | #10568 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Shell are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Shell alive today was born around 1965, making them about 60 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Shell in 2025?
- Shell is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Shell most popular?
- Shell peaked in 1965, reaching #3149 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Shell with classmates?
- Shell will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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