NAME PROFILE
Estel
Estel is a name of Spanish and Hebrew origin meaning 'star.' It conveys a sense of brilliance and hope, often associated with someone who shines brightly in the lives of others, much like a guiding star.
Key Stats
| Total births | 2,841 |
| Gender | Male (36% / 64%) |
| Peak year | 1921 |
| Peak generation | G.I. Gen |
| First recorded | 1910 |
| Most recent | 1961 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | Spanish, Hebrew |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
🏛️ Vintage Heritage
Top States
KY — 28%TN — 24%WV — 18%IN — 16%MO — 14%
Notable People
Estelita Rodriguez (Singer and actress) · Estelle (Singer and actress) · Estelle Getty (Actress, *The Golden Girls*) · Estella Warren (Model and actress) · Estel Albright (Artist)
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