Tell
Boy nameTell has been given to 206 babies in the U.S. since 1982. It peaked in 1988.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
206
Peak year
1988 (13 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1982
10-year trend
0%
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Tell — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Tell.
FAQ
How popular is the name Tell?
Tell has been given to 206 babies in the U.S. since 1982. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Tell peak?
Tell peaked in 1988, when 13 babies were given the name.
Is Tell a girl or boy name?
Tell is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Tell are boys).
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