Arcel
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A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Arcel first appeared in US Social Security records in 2007.
Over 12 babies have been named Arcel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Arcel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #30,847 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #30,847
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Nicknames
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Old English origin
"dearly beloved"
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Arabic origin
"wishes, desires"
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American origin
"modern invented name"
#31,005 in US
American origin
"modern invented name"
#30,783 in US
Latin Diana origin
"divine, goddess"
#30,759 in US
Sanskrit origin
"auspicious, divine"
#30,760 in US
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About the Name Arcel
Arcel is a boy name .
Arcel is currently ranked #30,847 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Arcel include Arc, Ary, and Arcie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis