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Christel

Christel: name meaning, origin and popularity

Girl name

How popular is Christel?

0U.S. babies in 2025
#763peak rank (1978)
3,712babies since 1880

Since 1880, 3,712 girls in the U.S. have been named Christel. Its highest rank for girls was #763 in 1978. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.

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U.S. births per year with this name, 1880–2025 (SSA)

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Christel FAQ

How popular is the name Christel?

Since 1880, 3,712 girls in the U.S. have been named Christel. Its highest rank for girls was #763 in 1978. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.

Is Christel a boy or girl name?

Christel is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 3,712 girls and 0 boys since 1880.

Popularity data: U.S. Social Security Administration baby name data, 1880–2025 (names given to 5+ babies per year).