Pal
Boy namePal has been given to 202 babies in the U.S. since 1917. It peaked in 1961.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
202
Peak year
1961 (12 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1917
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
7% girls / 93% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Pal — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Pal.
Sibling name ideas for Pal
Same era and popularity as Pal, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Pal?
Pal has been given to 202 babies in the U.S. since 1917. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Pal peak?
Pal peaked in 1961, when 12 babies were given the name.
Is Pal a girl or boy name?
Pal is primarily a boy name (93% of babies named Pal are boys).
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