Ethell
Girl nameEthell has been given to 115 babies in the U.S. since 1915. It peaked in 1916.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
115
Peak year
1916 (10 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1915
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Ethell — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Ethell.
Sibling name ideas for Ethell
Same era and popularity as Ethell, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Ethell?
Ethell has been given to 115 babies in the U.S. since 1915. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Ethell peak?
Ethell peaked in 1916, when 10 babies were given the name.
Is Ethell a girl or boy name?
Ethell is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Ethell are girls).
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