Emel
Pronunciation: [ EHM-uhl ]
Emel is a girl baby name. Ranked #52,753 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Emel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1997.
Over 21 babies have been named Emel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Emel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #52,753 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #52,753
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Emel is also used as a boy name, ranked #20428.
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About the Name Emel
Emel is a girl name .
Is Emel a boy or girl name? Emel is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #52,753 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #20,428. Emel is more commonly used as a boy name.
Emel is currently ranked #52,753 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Emel include Emery, Emerson, Emersyn, Emely, Emerie . 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