Arel
Boy nameArel has been given to 312 babies in the U.S. since 1916. It peaked in 2025. In 2025, about 1 in 106,755 boys was named Arel.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
312
Peak year
2025 (16 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1916
10-year trend
▲ +100%
Gender split
2% girls / 98% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Arel — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Arel.
Sibling name ideas for Arel
Same era and popularity as Arel, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Arel?
Arel has been given to 312 babies in the U.S. since 1916. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Arel peak?
Arel peaked in 2025, when 16 babies were given the name.
Is Arel a girl or boy name?
Arel is primarily a boy name (98% of babies named Arel are boys).
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