Rebel Name Meaning, Popularity and Origins
Origin:
English
Gender Distribution:
39% Masculine / 61% Feminine
Meaning:
A gender-neutral name meaning 'to resist authority or control'.
Meaning of the Name Rebel
Rebel is a gender-neutral name that is derived from the English word meaning 'to resist authority or control'. It is often associated with an independent and non-conformist spirit. Rebel can also be interpreted as a symbol of courage and bravery, as it represents those who are willing to stand up for what they believe in despite opposition. The name has gained popularity in recent years as a unique and empowering choice for parents seeking a name that breaks traditional norms and expresses individuality.
Popularity of the Name Rebel
The popularity for the name Rebel peaked in popularity in the year 2021 with 129 births, which ranked number 3,030 out of 28,927 unique names for that year. Rebel had the most female births in 2021 with 129, which ranked number 1,617 out of 17,628 female names for that year, and had the most male births in 2018 with 57, which ranked number 2,323 out of 14,095 male names for that year. The number of births for the name Rebel has increased sharply over the last ten years from 23 births to 105 births, an increase of 356.52%. Among males, Rebel has increased sharply in popularity over the last ten years from 17 births to 37 births, an increase of 117.65%. Among females, Rebel has increased sharply in popularity over the last ten years from 6 births to 68 births, an increase of 1033.33%.
Nationwide Popularity of Rebel
- 20 Year Trend of Rebel: 775.00%
- 10 Year Trend of Rebel: 356.52%
- 10 Year Male Trend of Rebel: 117.65%
- 10 Year Female Trend of Rebel: 1033.33%
Popularity of Rebel by State
Among females, Rebel was most popular in Western states with 7 births in the region. It was most commonly used in CA, with 7 female births. See below for a full state by state breakdown of the name Rebel. States with less than five births recorded will not be shown.
| State | Male Births | Male Gender Rank | Female Births | Female Gender Rank |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| CA | < 5 | N/A | 7 | 2577 |
| OH | < 5 | N/A | 5 | 1417 |
2024 Popularity Projections for Rebel
- Total Births of Rebel: 122 (16.40%)
- Male Births of Rebel: 40 (8.09%)
- Female Births of Rebel: 87 (27.48%)
Given the upward trend of Rebel over the last 10 years, we expect this to continue in 2024 with roughly a 16.40% increase in total births, for a total of 122 births in 2024. Male births for Rebel have been increasing over the past decade, so we anticipate roughly 40 male births in 2024, an increase of 8.09%. For Females, births for Rebel have been increasing over the past 10 years, and we expect roughly 87 female births in 2024, an increase of 27.48%.