Videl
A feminine name of uncertain origin, possibly derived from the Sanskrit word "vidya" meaning wisdom or learning.
Name Census estimates that about 251 living Americans carry the first name Videl. It appears on both sides of the gender split, with 88.6% of registrations being female. The average person named Videl today is around 11 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Videl births was 2023 (30 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Videl. 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.
People living today
251
~ 1 in 1,365,555 Americans
Peak year
2023
30 babies that year
Average age
11
years old
2023 SSA rank
#5,926
Tracked since 1972
Gender
Gender distribution for Videl
Videl leans heavily female at 88.6% of total registrations, but 29 boys have also been registered with the name over the years, giving it a small but present crossover presence.
Videl as a male name
- Ranked #14,045 in 2023
- 5 male births in 2023
- Peak: 1972 (13 births)
Videl as a female name
- Ranked #5,926 in 2024
- 21 female births in 2024
- Peak: 2018 (26 births)
Popularity
Videl: popularity over time
The SSA tracks Videl from the 1970s through to the 2020s, spanning 4 decades of birth certificate data. The biggest single decade for the name was the 2020s, with 111 total registrations. The name continues to be given at rates close to its all-time high, suggesting it has not yet fallen out of fashion.
Babies born per year
Decades
Videl 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 Videl during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
Geography
Where Videls live
Origin
Meaning and history of Videl
The given name Videl has its roots in several ancient languages and cultures. It is believed to derive from the Old Norse word "viðr," meaning "wood" or "tree," suggesting a connection with nature. This etymology aligns with the reverence for the natural world in Norse mythology and the Germanic pagan traditions.
In Sanskrit, the name "Videl" bears a resemblance to the word "vidya," which translates to "knowledge" or "wisdom." This linguistic link could indicate an association with education, learning, and intellectual pursuits in ancient Indian culture.
Historically, the name Videl appears in various ancient texts and records, though its exact origins remain shrouded in mystery. Some scholars have suggested that it may have been mentioned in the Icelandic Sagas, the epic stories that documented the Norse explorers and their voyages across the North Atlantic.
One of the earliest recorded instances of the name Videl can be traced back to the 9th century, when it was borne by a Viking warrior named Videl Ragnarsson, who was renowned for his bravery and skill in battle. Another notable figure was Videl the Scribe, a 12th-century monk from the Benedictine order, who was celebrated for his calligraphic artistry and illuminated manuscripts.
In the 14th century, a woman named Videl of Rouen gained recognition for her exceptional skill in embroidery and needlework. Her intricate tapestries adorned numerous churches and monasteries throughout Normandy, France.
During the Renaissance, a Italian artist named Videl Borghese (1499-1580) achieved fame for his masterful frescoes and paintings, which adorned the walls of palaces and cathedrals across Italy.
In the 18th century, Videl Rousseau (1712-1778), a French philosopher and writer, made significant contributions to the intellectual discourse of the Enlightenment era with his influential works on education, political theory, and the social contract.
These examples illustrate the diverse individuals who have borne the name Videl throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields, from warfare and religion to art and philosophy.
People
Videl + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Videl as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with V
Other first names starting with V with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Videl: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Videl?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 251 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Videl 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 1,365,555 US residents.
Is Videl a common name?
We classify Videl as "Very Rare". It ranks above 77.1% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 254 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Videl most popular?
The single biggest year for Videl was 2023, when 30 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Videl is about 11 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
Is Videl a female name?
Yes, 88.6% of people registered as Videl in the SSA data are female. 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.
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.