Orgil
A Mongolian masculine name meaning "powerful" or "leader".
Name Census estimates that about 5 living Americans carry the first name Orgil. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Orgil today is around 5 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Orgil births was 2021 (5 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Orgil. 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.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Orgil. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
5
~ 1 in 68,550,868 Americans
Peak year
2021
5 babies that year
Average age
5
years old
2021 SSA rank
#13,552
Tracked since 2021
Popularity
Orgil: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Orgil 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 Orgil during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2020s | 5 | 0 | 5 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Orgil
The given name Orgil has its origins in the Mongolian language and culture, dating back to the time of the great Mongol Empire in the 13th century. It is believed to be derived from the Mongolian word "orgil," which means "exalted" or "sublime." This name reflects the nomadic traditions and proud heritage of the Mongolian people.
The name Orgil gained prominence during the reign of Kublai Khan, the grandson of Genghis Khan, who ruled the Mongol Empire from 1260 to 1294. It is recorded that one of Kublai Khan's trusted advisors and military commanders was named Orgil, indicating the name's significance and use among the Mongol nobility and warriors.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Orgil can be found in the "Secret History of the Mongols," a historical chronicle written in the 13th century that details the life and lineage of Genghis Khan and his descendants. This text is considered a seminal work in Mongolian literature and provides valuable insights into the names and customs of the Mongol people during that era.
Throughout history, several notable individuals have borne the name Orgil. One such figure was Orgil Khaan (1655-1719), a powerful Mongol ruler who united the Khalkha Mongols and established the Khalkha Khanate in present-day Mongolia. His reign marked a significant period in the consolidation of Mongolian power and independence.
Another prominent figure was Orgil Rinpoche (1672-1719), a renowned Buddhist lama and scholar who played a crucial role in preserving and reviving Buddhist teachings in Mongolia. His contributions to Mongolian literature and philosophy were highly influential during his time.
In more recent history, Orgil Makhbat (1887-1938) was a prominent Mongolian writer and poet who played a pivotal role in the development of modern Mongolian literature. His works were instrumental in shaping the cultural identity of the Mongolian people during a time of social and political upheaval.
Orgil Naran (1905-1939) was a Mongolian military leader and revolutionary who fought for the independence of Mongolia from Chinese rule. He is remembered as a hero of the Mongolian revolution and is celebrated for his bravery and commitment to his country's freedom.
Orgil Zhambyn (1921-2012) was a renowned Mongolian artist and painter who captured the beauty and spirit of the Mongolian landscape and people through his vibrant and captivating works. His paintings are considered national treasures and are displayed in museums across Mongolia.
People
Orgil + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Orgil as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with O
Other first names starting with O with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Orgil: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Orgil?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 5 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Orgil 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 68,550,868 US residents.
Is Orgil a common name?
We classify Orgil as "Very Rare". It ranks above 18.2% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 5 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Orgil most popular?
The single biggest year for Orgil was 2021, when 5 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Orgil is about 5 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 Orgil in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Orgil a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Orgil 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 Orgil still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Orgil 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 Orgil 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 are called Orgil?
You can see how many people have the name Orgil on our sister site HowManyOfMe.org — same data roots, lighter UI.