Mandela
Boy nameMandela has been given to 172 babies in the U.S. since 1984. It peaked in 1990.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
172
Peak year
1990 (36 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1984
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Mandela — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Mandela.
Sibling name ideas for Mandela
Same era and popularity as Mandela, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Mandela?
Mandela has been given to 172 babies in the U.S. since 1984. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Mandela peak?
Mandela peaked in 1990, when 36 babies were given the name.
Is Mandela a girl or boy name?
Mandela is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Mandela are boys).
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