Tel
boy nameTel entered the US charts in 1985, peaked at #3805 in 1985, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1985–2025
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rank today
#3805
peak (1985)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1980s | #4989 |
| 1990s | #6490 |
| 2000s | #9711 |
| 2010s | #11440 |
| 2020s | #10149 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Tel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Tel alive today was born around 1997, making them about 28 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Tel in 2025?
- Tel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Tel most popular?
- Tel peaked in 1985, reaching #3805 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Tel with classmates?
- Tel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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