Majel
Girl nameMajel has been given to 349 babies in the U.S. since 1901. It peaked in 1920.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
349
Peak year
1920 (21 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1901
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Majel — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Majel.
Sibling name ideas for Majel
Same era and popularity as Majel, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Majel?
Majel has been given to 349 babies in the U.S. since 1901. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Majel peak?
Majel peaked in 1920, when 21 babies were given the name.
Is Majel a girl or boy name?
Majel is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Majel are girls).
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