Zel
girl nameZel entered the US charts in 2018, peaked at #12448 in 2019, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 2018–2025
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rank today
#12448
peak (2019)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 2010s | #13121 |
Living bearers
Fewer than a hundred people named Zel are estimated to be alive in the US today — a true one-of-a-kind name.
The typical Zel is a kid of about 6 — this name's wave is very recent.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Zel in 2025?
- Zel is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 girl names.
- When was the name Zel most popular?
- Zel peaked in 2019, reaching #12448 among US girl names.
- Will my child share the name Zel with classmates?
- Zel will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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