Masculine dossier · first seen 1926
Roel
Rising
Gaining cultural share
Peak era
2000
Peak births
83
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Gen Z
Quick answers about Roel
How many people are named Roel?
An estimated 4,131 living Americans are named Roel.
How rare is Roel?
Roel is uncommon among babies today, with 54 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 34.9% from its 2000 peak.
How old is the typical Roel?
The median age of a living American named Roel is approximately 37 years, with most bearers falling between 20 and 53 years old.
Is Roel still popular?
Yes — Roel is currently rising in popularity, with 54 births in 2025.
Where is Roel most common?
Roel has its strongest geographic signal in Texas, where it appears 17.5× more often than the national baseline.
1926Peak 20002025
Peak year
2000
Decline from peak
34.9%
2025
54
All-time
4,711