Roel Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
The name Roel originates from the Dutch linguistic tradition, with roots in the Old German name Hruodwulf, meaning 'famous wolf'. It has evolved through various forms over the centuries. Roel is viewed positively in contemporary society, reflecting traits of strength and leadership. The name does not have biblical significance.
The name Roel is most popular in Texas, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Generation X (Gen X) generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Roel has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Roel' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 7162nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2700th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1156th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 992nd out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1337th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 1968th out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 2627th out of 23106 names. Discover how the name 'Roel' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Roel"
Pronunciation
/ˈroʊ.əl/
Origin
Dutch
Etymology
The name Roel is derived from the Old German name 'Hruodwulf', which means 'fame' and 'wolf'.
Meaning
Famous wolf
Language Evolution
Hruodwulf, Rudolf, Roel
Historical Usage
Roel gained popularity in the Netherlands during the Middle Ages and has remained a common name in Dutch-speaking regions.
Variants & Derivatives
Rudolf, Roeland, Roelof
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Roel is perceived as a traditional yet modern name in Dutch culture, often associated with strength and leadership.
Famous People
Roel van Velzen, Roelof B. Haan, Roelof W. B. Zwart
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Roel"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Roel"
"Roel" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 7162nd of 7545 | 6 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2700th of 6773 | 146 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 1156th of 7552 | 805 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 992nd of 10718 | 1,053 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1337th of 16616 | 1,042 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 1968th of 24088 | 1,017 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 2627th of 23106 | 589 |
Regional Popularity of "Roel" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
44.88% 1056th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
22.36% 638th/2853 |
60.61% 1682nd/2775 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - |
17.20% 605th/3518 |
32.91% 1331st/4044 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - |
14.50% 753rd/5194 |
27.42% 1732nd/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
71.85% 3292nd/4582 |
- |
14.48% 1059th/7313 |
34.74% 2593rd/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
21.47% 1465th/6822 |
44.90% 2818th/6276 |
Regional Popularity of "Roel" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Roel"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Roel" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.