Athel
Boy nameAthel has been given to 334 babies in the U.S. since 1912. It peaked in 1919.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
334
Peak year
1919 (20 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1912
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
11% girls / 89% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Athel — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Athel.
Sibling name ideas for Athel
Same era and popularity as Athel, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Athel?
Athel has been given to 334 babies in the U.S. since 1912. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Athel peak?
Athel peaked in 1919, when 20 babies were given the name.
Is Athel a girl or boy name?
Athel is primarily a boy name (89% of babies named Athel are boys).
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