Ethel is a baby girl name tracked in official U.S. Social Security baby-name records. In 2024, Ethel was given to 27 girls, ranking No. 4915 for girls in U.S. Social Security records. This page focuses on popularity and usage data so parents can compare the name with confidence.
Popularity Snapshot For Ethel
In 2024, Ethel was given to 27 girls, ranking No. 4915 for girls in U.S. Social Security records.
The name has appeared in national records since 1880 and shows 280,380 recorded births between 1880 and 2024.
Is Ethel Used For Boys, Girls, Or Both?
Ethel is used as a girl name in the latest national records.
Why Parents Compare Ethel
Parents comparing Ethel often look at popularity, spelling familiarity, sound, and how the name fits with sibling names or a family surname.
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