Riel
Pronunciation: [ r-EEL ]
Riel is a girl baby name. Ranked #52,589 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Riel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1997.
Over 28 babies have been named Riel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Riel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #52,589 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #52,589
- Total SSA Count
- 5
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Riel is also used as a boy name, ranked #10009.
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About the Name Riel
Riel is a girl name .
Is Riel a boy or girl name? Riel is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #52,589 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #10,009. Riel is more commonly used as a boy name.
Riel is currently ranked #52,589 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
Alternative spellings of Riel include Rielle . 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