Arvel
Boy nameArvel has been given to 2,202 babies in the U.S. since 1894. It peaked in 1921.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
2,202
Peak year
1921 (77 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1894
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Rank through the decades
Arvel's rank among U.S. boy names at 25-year milestones.
| Year | Boys rank |
|---|---|
| 1900 | #976 |
| 1925 | #871 |
— means outside the top 1000 that year.
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Arvel — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Arvel.
FAQ
How popular is the name Arvel?
Arvel has been given to 2,202 babies in the U.S. since 1894. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Arvel peak?
Arvel peaked in 1921, when 77 babies were given the name.
Is Arvel a girl or boy name?
Arvel is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Arvel are boys).
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