Holding steady.
Popularity of Mescal since 1914
Babies named Mescal per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 20 |
| 1920s | 119 |
| 1930s | 28 |
| 1940s | 12 |
| 1950s | 0 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Mescal is a rare given name with Native American roots, first recorded in the United States in 1914. It reached its peak popularity in 1924, though it never entered the top 1000. The name has remained stable in its rarity, with no recorded usage after 2025. Its origins are uncertain, possibly linked to the Mescalero Apache tribe or the agave plant. Mescal has not been associated with any top states, and its usage has been scattered. The name offers a unique, culturally distinctive choice for parents seeking something uncommon.
Mescal is a name of uncertain origin. It may be derived from the Mescalero Apache, a Native American tribe whose name possibly comes from the Spanish 'mescal' (a type of agave plant) or from a native word for the plant. The name saw sporadic use in the United States beginning in the early 20th century, peaking in the 1920s. It remains rare, with no recorded usage in recent years.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mes
Variants: Mescalero
Sibling names for Mescal
Names that share Mescal's style, for a brother or sister.
