Abdel
Boy nameAbdel has been given to 829 babies in the U.S. since 1965. It peaked in 2017. In 2025, about 1 in 122,005 boys was named Abdel.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
829
Peak year
2017 (44 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1965
10-year trend
▼ -18%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Abdel — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Abdel.
Sibling name ideas for Abdel
Same era and popularity as Abdel, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Abdel?
Abdel has been given to 829 babies in the U.S. since 1965. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Abdel peak?
Abdel peaked in 2017, when 44 babies were given the name.
Is Abdel a girl or boy name?
Abdel is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Abdel are boys).
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