Declining since 2010, #6,143 for boys today.
Popularity of Robel since 1984
Babies named Robel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 35 |
| 1990s | 136 |
| 2000s | 222 |
| 2010s | 236 |
| 2020s | 85 |
Meaning & origin
Robel is a modern name that first appeared in U.S. records in 1984. It has never been common, with its peak popularity in 2009. As of 2025, it ranks 6,143rd, with an incidence of about 1 in 122,005 births. The name is mostly given to boys, and its trajectory has been falling since 2010. Robel has not been recorded in any top state lists, indicating its use is scattered nationwide. Its etymology is uncertain, possibly a variant of Robert or a modern invention. Despite its obscurity, the name offers a distinctive option for parents seeking something uncommon.
Robel is a relatively modern name, first appearing in U.S. birth records in 1984. It may be a variant of Robert, from the Germanic elements 'hrod' (fame) and 'beraht' (bright), but could also be a modern invented name combining popular sounds. Its use remains rare.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Rob, Robby, Robe
Variants: Robell, Roebel
Sibling names for Robel
Names that share Robel's style, for a brother or sister.
