How Many People Are Named Avel?

Complete statistics for the name Avel: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.

Avel
Very Rare
Hebrew

Avel is a very rare name, barely making it onto the radar. Only 405 people in the US today, and 1 in 814,828 Americans carry it. It peaked in 2013 with 17 births, showing a modern flair.

~405
Living in US
1 in 814,828
Americans
2013
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Breath or wind
🌐
Origin
Hebrew
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 4
Personality Traits
Gentle Sensitive Contemplative
4
Life Path Number

The number 4 traditionally represents stability, hard work, and building solid foundations. People associated with this number are often seen as practical, dependable, and drawn to creating lasting structure in their lives.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

4,046
Worldwide Bearers
#109,631
Global Rank
🇲🇽 Mexico
791
🇺🇸 United States
659
🇵🇭 Philippines
659
🇷🇺 Russia
489
🇸🇦 Saudi Arabia
233
🇦🇷 Argentina
211
🇵🇪 Peru
152
🇰🇿 Kazakhstan
114
🇨🇴 Colombia
90
🇺🇦 Ukraine
59

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
405 (100%)
♀ Female
0 (0%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 30
250
Would be under 30 (57%)
146
Would be 30–60 (34%)
39
Would be over 60 (9%)

All 435 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).

📈 Popularity Over Time

Peak: 2013

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Slowly declining

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
78
Classic Feel
20
Modern Appeal
100
International
93

Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency

📜 Avel Through the Generations

Avel's journey through the decades paints a picture of a name on the rise and fall. With just 435 total births across all time but 405 living individuals today, the gap highlights its rarity. The peak in 2013, when 17 babies were named Avel, underscores its modern appeal. Yet, the name's slow decline since then is noteworthy. The age distribution shows a youthful skew, with 57% under 30, indicating its continued relevance among younger generations. This contrasts sharply with the older population, where only 39 individuals are over 60, suggesting a generational shift in popularity.

✨ Similar Names to Avel

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Avel's Hebrew roots

📄 About the Name Avel

How Many People Have the Name Avel?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 405 people in the United States currently share the name Avel. That works out to roughly 1 in every 814,828 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Avel a Common or Rare Name?

Avel is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.

What Does the Name Avel Mean?

Avel means "Breath or wind" and comes from Hebrew origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 4.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Avel in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.

When Was Avel Most Popular?

The name Avel reached peak popularity in 2013, with 17 babies registered that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.

How Is This Data Calculated?

All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions

How many people are named Avel?

Approximately 405 people named Avel live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 435. That works out to roughly 1 in 814,828 Americans.

Is Avel a rare name?

Avel is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 814,828 Americans has this name.

What does the name Avel mean?

Avel means "Breath or wind" and comes from Hebrew origins.

Is Avel more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Avel are male and 0% are female.

When was Avel most popular?

Avel peaked in 2013 with 17 births that year. Current trend: Slowly declining.

How accurate are these statistics?

All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.

Disclaimer: All results are statistical estimates based on aggregated SSA birth records and modeling. Not exact counts of individuals. Data source: SSA National Baby Names dataset.
Quick Stats
Living in US405
All-Time Births435
1 in X1 in 814,828
RarityVery Rare
GenderMale
Avg Age30
Peak Year2013
World Rank#109,631
Male %100%
Female %0%

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Powered by the SSA National Baby Names dataset, birth registrations from 1880 to present.

All counts are statistical estimates. See the methodology page.