How Many People Are Named Ayele?

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

Ayele
Very Rare
Ethiopian

Ayele is a rare name with origins in Ethiopia, making it very unique among American names. Only 10 people named Ayele live in the US today, which means 1 in 33,271,495 Americans have this name. The majority of people named Ayele are under 30, giving it a decidedly modern vibe.

~1,380
Living in US
1 in 240,181
Americans
2010
Peak Year

📖 Meaning & Origin

💬
Meaning
Ethiopian origin, meaning noble
🌐
Origin
Ethiopian
🌟
Lucky Day
Wednesday
💎
Lucky Stone
Aquamarine
🔢
Numerology
Life Path 3
Personality Traits
Noble Elegant Confident
3
Life Path Number

Life-path number 3 symbolizes creativity, self-expression, and joy.

🌍 Worldwide Usage

848,615
Worldwide Bearers
#1,096
Global Rank
🇪🇹 Ethiopia
840,457
🇹🇬 Togo
5,769
🇧🇯 Benin
1,227
🇬🇭 Ghana
337
🇺🇸 United States
264
🇳🇬 Nigeria
191
🇨🇮 Ivory Coast
134
🇫🇷 France
48
🇧🇪 Belgium
29
🇧🇫 Burkina Faso
21

⚥ Gender Distribution

♂ Male
5 (50%)
♀ Female
5 (50%)

📊 Births by Age Group

Avg Cohort Age: 15
10
Would be under 30 (100%)
0
Would be 30–60 (0%)
0
Would be over 60 (0%)

All 10 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: 2010

Annual US births from SSA records  ·  Trend: Stable

🏆 Name Scorecard

Popularity
8
Classic Feel
11
Modern Appeal
100
International
100

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

📜 Ayele Through the Generations

Ayele has seen steady growth since its peak in 2010 when there were 5 births. Today, the name is predominantly used by younger individuals, with 10 under 30 years old and none over 60. This trend suggests Ayele is a name embraced by new generations, maintaining its status as a fresh choice in naming traditions.

✨ Similar Names to Ayele

🌿 Related Names by Origin

Other names sharing Ayele's Ethiopian roots

📄 About the Name Ayele

How Many People Have the Name Ayele?

Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 1,380 people in the United States currently share the name Ayele. That works out to roughly 1 in every 240,181 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.

Is Ayele a Common or Rare Name?

Ayele 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 Ayele Mean?

Ayele means "Ethiopian origin, meaning noble" and comes from Ethiopian origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 3.

Gender Breakdown

Of all recorded bearers of Ayele in SSA data, approximately 50% are male and 50% are female.

When Was Ayele Most Popular?

The name Ayele reached peak popularity in 2010, with 5 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 Ayele?

Approximately 1,380 people named Ayele live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 1,380. That works out to roughly 1 in 240,181 Americans.

Is Ayele a rare name?

Ayele is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 240,181 Americans has this name.

What does the name Ayele mean?

Ayele means "Ethiopian origin, meaning noble" and comes from Ethiopian origins.

Is Ayele more male or female?

Based on SSA records, 50% of people named Ayele are male and 50% are female.

When was Ayele most popular?

Ayele peaked in 2010 with 5 births that year. Current trend: Stable.

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 US1,380
All-Time Births1,380
1 in X1 in 240,181
RarityVery Rare
GenderUndetermined
Avg Age15
Peak Year2010
World Rank#1,096
Male %50%
Female %50%

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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.