Rising since 2007, #2,036 for girls today.
Popularity of Aysel since 2003
Babies named Aysel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 2000s | 26 |
| 2010s | 210 |
| 2020s | 469 |
Meaning & origin
Aysel first entered the U.S. Social Security data in 2003, and by its peak year of 2023 it had climbed to a rank that reflected steady growth. As of 2025, the name ranked 2,036th with a 1-in-17,282 frequency, continuing a rising trajectory that has been sustained since 2007. The name is most popular in Virginia, Florida, and Texas, states with sizable Turkish-American communities. Aysel's appeal lies in its melodic sound and poetic meaning, making it a distinctive yet accessible choice for parents seeking a name with Turkish roots and a modern feel.
Aysel is a Turkish and Azerbaijani compound name from 'ay' (moon) and 'sel' (flood, stream), literally meaning 'moonlight' or 'moon halo'. It has been used in Turkey and Azerbaijan since the early 20th century and gained popularity in the United States starting in the 2000s, partly due to Turkish diaspora communities.
Where Aysel is most popular
Births per 100,000 girls by state, 2025. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
“Aysel” around the world
Where Aysel lands in the latest official birth statistics abroad, matched to the U.S. spelling.
France
5
babies in 2024
Sources: INSEE (France).
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ay, Seli, Aysi
Variants: Aysel, Aysell
Sibling names for Aysel
Names that share Aysel's style, for a brother or sister.
