Holding steady.
Popularity of Icel since 1901
Babies named Icel per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1994, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Icel's real moment was 1901.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1900s | 15 |
| 1910s | 56 |
| 1920s | 42 |
| 1930s | 6 |
| 1940s | 0 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 11 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
The name Icel is a rare and elusive name in American baby naming history. It first appeared in Social Security records in 1901, but never ranked among the top 1000 names. Its peak usage was also in 1901, with very few recorded births since. The name's trajectory has remained stable but at an extremely low frequency, never gaining widespread popularity. The etymology is unclear; it may be a variant of the medieval name Isolde or a modern invention inspired by the word 'ice'. Given its rarity, Icel has no recorded top states and is not associated with any notable bearers. For parents seeking a truly unique name with a touch of literary mystery, Icel offers an uncommon choice.
The name Icel is of uncertain origin. It may be a variant of Isolde, a name of Welsh or Old German origin meaning 'ice' or 'iron ruler'. Alternatively, it could be a modern invented name, possibly derived from the word 'ice' or as a diminutive of names like Icelyn. Its usage in the United States has been extremely rare since the early 1900s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ice
Sibling names for Icel
Names that share Icel's style, for a brother or sister.
