Arkel

Boy name

Arkel has been given to 64 babies in the U.S. since 1993. It peaked in 1995.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

Peak year

1995 (10 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1993

10-year trend

New / returning

Gender split

All boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Arkel — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Arielunisex

100,665 babies since 1892

Markelboy

4,829 babies since 1948

Names with a similar vibe

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Sibling name ideas for Arkel

Same era and popularity as Arkel, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.

Sisters

Jesie Rajean Dorissa Gaelyn

Brothers

Tecumseh Everick Dionysios Devvon

FAQ

How popular is the name Arkel?

Arkel has been given to 64 babies in the U.S. since 1993. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Arkel peak?

Arkel peaked in 1995, when 10 babies were given the name.

Is Arkel a girl or boy name?

Arkel is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Arkel are boys).

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