Rethel
Girl nameRethel has been given to 88 babies in the U.S. since 1917. It peaked in 1920.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
88
Peak year
1920 (9 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1917
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Rethel — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Rethel.
Sibling name ideas for Rethel
Same era and popularity as Rethel, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Rethel?
Rethel has been given to 88 babies in the U.S. since 1917. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Rethel peak?
Rethel peaked in 1920, when 9 babies were given the name.
Is Rethel a girl or boy name?
Rethel is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Rethel are girls).
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