Carvel
Boy nameCarvel has been given to 520 babies in the U.S. since 1912. It peaked in 1929.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
520
Peak year
1929 (17 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1912
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Carvel — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Carvel.
Sibling name ideas for Carvel
Same era and popularity as Carvel, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Carvel?
Carvel has been given to 520 babies in the U.S. since 1912. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Carvel peak?
Carvel peaked in 1929, when 17 babies were given the name.
Is Carvel a girl or boy name?
Carvel is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Carvel are boys).
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