Wardel
boy nameWardel entered the US charts in 1922, peaked at #3549 in 1936, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1922–2025
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rank today
#3549
peak (1936)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3872 |
| 1930s | #3549 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Wardel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Wardel alive today was born around 1922, making them about 103 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Wardel in 2025?
- Wardel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Wardel most popular?
- Wardel peaked in 1936, reaching #3549 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Wardel with classmates?
- Wardel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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