Holding steady.
Popularity of Tremel since 1966
Babies named Tremel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1960s | 5 |
| 1970s | 23 |
| 1980s | 82 |
| 1990s | 84 |
| 2000s | 103 |
| 2010s | 47 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Tremel is an American name first recorded in 1966, reflecting the mid-20th century trend of creating distinctive, often one-of-a-kind names. It has never entered the top 1000 and remains extremely rare. Its peak year of recorded usage was 2009, but it still appeared only a handful of times. The name has been given almost exclusively to boys throughout its history. Tremel's trajectory has been stable in recent years, with no resurgence. While no top states are associated with it, the name fits within a broader pattern of invented names with similar sounds like Terrell and Tremaine. Its rarity makes it a choice for parents seeking a unique name without a traditional origin or meaning.
Tremel is likely a modern American invention, possibly formed by blending or altering other names such as Tremaine or Terrell. It first appeared in U.S. records in 1966 but remains very rare. No pre-modern or non-English roots have been established.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Mel
Sibling names for Tremel
Names that share Tremel's style, for a brother or sister.
