Ardel
Ardel is a boy baby name. Ranked #38,464 in the US, popular nicknames include Ard, Ary, and Ardie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Ardel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1951.
Over 5 babies have been named Ardel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Ardel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,464 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #38,464
- Total SSA Count
- 5
Alternative Spellings
Nicknames
Middle Name Ideas
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Ardel is also used as a girl name, ranked #70977.
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About the Name Ardel
Ardel is a boy name .
Is Ardel a boy or girl name? Ardel is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #38,464 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #70,977. Ardel is more commonly used as a boy name.
Ardel is currently ranked #38,464 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Ardel include Ard, Ary, and Ardie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
Alternative spellings of Ardel include Arden . Each spelling variation gives the name a slightly different character while preserving its sound and meaning.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis