Ethel: Meaning, Origin, and Popularity
A noble name from a bygone era of grace.
- Origin
- English
- Syllables
- 2
- Current rank
- #4899
- Peak
- #6 in 1896
Trend: Rising, climbing the charts over the latest decade.
Popularity over time
Lower rank = more popular (rank 1 is the most popular name)
What Ethel Means
Ethel is a girl name of English origin. A noble name from a bygone era of grace.
How Popular Ethel Is
Ethel currently ranks #4899 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #6 in 1896. It is rising.
Good to Know About Ethel
- Ethel was a top 10 name in the United States, peaking at #6 in 1896.
- Ethel has been gaining popularity in recent years.
- Ethel has been a top 100 name across 174+ years of American history.
- Ethel is a name from the English-speaking tradition.
Names Like Ethel
Other English names that start with the same letter or share a style.
Sibling Names for Ethel
English names that pair well as a brother or sister to Ethel.
Questions About Ethel
What does Ethel mean?
Ethel is a girl name of English origin. A noble name from a bygone era of grace.
How popular is Ethel?
Ethel currently ranks #4899 among girl names in the United States, based on Social Security Administration data. It peaked at #6 in 1896. It is rising.
Where does Ethel come from?
Ethel comes from English roots. Ethel was a top 10 name in the United States, peaking at #6 in 1896.
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