Holding steady.
Popularity of Nowell since 1927
Babies named Nowell per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 0 |
| 1940s | 5 |
| 1950s | 17 |
| 1960s | 38 |
| 1970s | 24 |
| 1980s | 21 |
| 1990s | 15 |
| 2000s | 25 |
| 2010s | 12 |
| 2020s | 5 |
Meaning & origin
Nowell is a rare given name first recorded in the United States in 1927, with its highest usage occurring in 1969. The name has remained consistently uncommon, with a stable trajectory in recent decades, and no top states stand out as particularly frequent. Nowell's rarity makes it a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with Christmas associations without the popularity of Noel.
Nowell is an English surname and given name derived from the Old French 'Noël', ultimately from Latin 'natalis' (birth). Historically a variant spelling of Noel, it was often given to children born at Christmas. The name has seen occasional use as a first name in English-speaking countries since the 19th century.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Noel, Nole
Variants: Noel, Noël
Sibling names for Nowell
Names that share Nowell's style, for a brother or sister.
