Deuel
From the French "de Duel", meaning "of the duel".
Name Census estimates that about 7 living Americans carry the first name Deuel. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Deuel today is around 30 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Deuel births was 1935 (8 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Deuel. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
For a British comparison, Name Census UK has a UK baby-name profile for Deuel with official rankings and popularity over time.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Deuel. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
7
~ 1 in 48,964,905 Americans
Peak year
1935
8 babies that year
Average age
30
years old
2016 SSA rank
#12,678
Tracked since 1935
Popularity
Deuel: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Deuel from the 1930s through to the 2010s, spanning 2 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 1930s, with 8 total registrations. Although the numbers have come down from the 1930s peak, Deuel remains solidly in use and shows no sign of disappearing from maternity wards.
Babies born per year
Decades
Deuel by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Deuel during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Origin
Meaning and history of Deuel
The given name Deuel has its origins rooted in the Middle Ages, drawing its linguistic roots from the Old French language. It is believed to be a variant spelling of the name "Duel," which itself is derived from the Latin word "duellum," meaning "war" or "battle."
This name was particularly prevalent in certain regions of France during the medieval period, where it was often bestowed upon individuals born into noble or military families. The name's connotations of strength, bravery, and combat prowess made it a fitting choice for families seeking to instill these qualities in their sons.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Deuel can be traced back to the 12th century, where it appeared in various French historical records and chronicles. However, it was not until the 13th and 14th centuries that the name gained wider recognition and usage across Europe.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Deuel. One such figure was Deuel de Montmorency (1235-1292), a French nobleman and military commander who fought valiantly in the Crusades. His exploits and valor on the battlefield earned him a place in the annals of medieval history.
Another prominent bearer of the name was Deuel de Châtillon (1300-1372), a celebrated knight and courtier who served under the French kings Philip IV and John II. His skill in martial arts and his loyalty to the crown made him a respected figure in his time.
In the realm of literature, Deuel de Troyes (1420-1495) was a renowned poet and playwright of the late Middle Ages. His works, which often explored themes of love, chivalry, and courtly life, were highly influential and widely read during the Renaissance period.
Moving into the modern era, Deuel Everett (1794-1865) was an American politician and lawyer who served as a member of the United States House of Representatives from Massachusetts. He was known for his advocacy of education reform and his efforts to improve the legal system.
Finally, Deuel Prado (1920-2005) was a renowned Brazilian artist and sculptor, whose works are celebrated for their innovative use of materials and their exploration of abstract forms. His sculptures can be found in numerous public spaces and galleries around the world, cementing his legacy as a pioneering figure in the Latin American art scene.
People
Deuel + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Deuel as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with D
Other first names starting with D with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Deuel: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Deuel?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 7 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Deuel going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 48,964,905 US residents.
Is Deuel a common name?
We classify Deuel as "Very Rare". It ranks above 23.8% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 13 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Deuel most popular?
The single biggest year for Deuel was 1935, when 8 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Deuel is about 30 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Deuel in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Deuel a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Deuel in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Deuel still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Deuel in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Deuel can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people have Deuel as a first name?
For a quick modern take, check how many people have the name Deuel on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org.