Windel
boy nameWindel entered the US charts in 1920, peaked at #1821 in 1941, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1920–2025
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rank today
#1821
peak (1941)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1920s | #3627 |
| 1930s | #2917 |
| 1940s | #2550 |
| 1950s | #3279 |
| 1960s | #3451 |
| 1970s | #4842 |
| 1980s | #6385 |
Living bearers
About 100 people named Windel are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Windel alive today was born around 1942, making them about 83 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Windel in 2025?
- Windel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Windel most popular?
- Windel peaked in 1941, reaching #1821 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Windel with classmates?
- Windel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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