Ethyl
Ethyl: name meaning, origin and popularity
Meaning and origin of Ethyl
- Alternative form of Ethel: a female given name from Old English
How popular is Ethyl?
Since 1880, 2,395 girls in the U.S. have been named Ethyl. Its highest rank for girls was #415 in 1891. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Names similar to Ethyl
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Sibling name ideas for Ethyl
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Ethyl FAQ
What does the name Ethyl mean?
Alternative form of Ethel: a female given name from Old English
What is the origin of the name Ethyl?
Ethyl is listed as a name of English origin.
How popular is the name Ethyl?
Since 1880, 2,395 girls in the U.S. have been named Ethyl. Its highest rank for girls was #415 in 1891. Fewer than 5 babies per sex were given the name in 2025, so it does not appear in that year's SSA data.
Is Ethyl a boy or girl name?
Ethyl is mostly a girl name in the U.S.: 2,395 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). Origin and etymology text: Wiktionary, available under CC BY-SA 4.0.