Tel
Boy nameTel has been given to 194 babies in the U.S. since 1985. It peaked in 1985.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
194
Peak year
1985 (11 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1985
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Tel — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Tel.
FAQ
How popular is the name Tel?
Tel has been given to 194 babies in the U.S. since 1985. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Tel peak?
Tel peaked in 1985, when 11 babies were given the name.
Is Tel a girl or boy name?
Tel is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Tel are boys).
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