NAME PROFILE
Rebel
Derived from the Arabic name for Jesus, meaning 'God is salvation.' This name carries a legacy of gentle strength and profound compassion, suggesting a person with a serene and resilient spirit.
Key Stats
| Total births | 2,456 |
| Gender | Female (5% / 95%) |
| Peak year | 2021 |
| Peak generation | Gen A |
| First recorded | 1967 |
| Most recent | 2025 |
| Syllables | 2 |
| Origin | Arabic, African, English |
| Comeback name | No |
Popularity Trend (1910–2025)
19102025
Name Traits & Attributes
⚡ Modern Favorite
Top States
TX — 40%CA — 32%OK — 13%WA — 8%FL — 8%
Notable People
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Nicknames & Diminutives
Essie
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