Shell
boy nameShell entered the US charts in 1952, peaked at #2044 in 1963, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1952–2025
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rank today
#2044
peak (1963)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1950s | #3521 |
| 1960s | #2772 |
| 1970s | #4375 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Shell are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Shell alive today was born around 1963, making them about 62 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 boy names.
- When was the name Shell most popular?
- Shell peaked in 1963, reaching #2044 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Shell with classmates?
- Shell will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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