Vel
Vel is a girl baby name. Ranked #38,080 in the US.
A distinctive girl name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Vel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1958.
Over 13 babies have been named Vel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Vel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #38,080 for girl names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Girl
- Popularity Rank
- #38,080
- Total SSA Count
- 6
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Vel is also used as a boy name, ranked #38248.
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About the Name Vel
Vel is a girl name .
Is Vel a boy or girl name? Vel is used as both a girl and boy name. As a girl name, it ranks #38,080 in popularity. As a boy name, it ranks #38,248. Vel is more commonly used as a girl name.
Vel is currently ranked #38,080 in popularity for girl names in the United States.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis