Nobel
Boy nameNobel has been given to 276 babies in the U.S. since 1918. It peaked in 2021. In 2025, about 1 in 131,390 boys was named Nobel.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
276
Peak year
2021 (14 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1918
10-year trend
▲ +18%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Nobel — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Nobel.
Sibling name ideas for Nobel
Same era and popularity as Nobel, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Nobel?
Nobel has been given to 276 babies in the U.S. since 1918. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Nobel peak?
Nobel peaked in 2021, when 14 babies were given the name.
Is Nobel a girl or boy name?
Nobel is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Nobel are boys).
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