Holding steady.
Popularity of Buel since 1888
Babies named Buel per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1922, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Buel's real moment was 1898.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 5 |
| 1890s | 14 |
| 1900s | 31 |
| 1910s | 215 |
| 1920s | 397 |
| 1930s | 213 |
| 1940s | 140 |
| 1950s | 79 |
| 1960s | 36 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Buel is a name that saw its peak of usage in the late 19th century, with the highest recorded year being 1898. Despite appearing in the Social Security records since at least 1888, it has remained consistently rare, with no recent data showing significant numbers. The name likely derives from the English surname Buell, which itself may have toponymic origins. Over the decades, Buel has virtually disappeared from common use, reflecting the broader decline of similar dated names. For parents seeking an uncommon, historical name with a simple sound, Buel offers a distinctive choice, though its rarity means it may often be met with uncertainty.
Buel is likely a variant of Buell, an English surname of uncertain origin. It may derive from a place name or from Old English elements. As a given name, it saw modest use in the late 19th and early 20th centuries, particularly in the United States, but has since declined.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Buell
Sibling names for Buel
Names that share Buel's style, for a brother or sister.
