Richel
Girl nameRichel has been given to 110 babies in the U.S. since 1949. It peaked in 1991.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
110
Peak year
1991 (9 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1949
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All girls
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Richel — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Richel.
FAQ
How popular is the name Richel?
Richel has been given to 110 babies in the U.S. since 1949. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Richel peak?
Richel peaked in 1991, when 9 babies were given the name.
Is Richel a girl or boy name?
Richel is primarily a girl name (100% of babies named Richel are girls).
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