Edel

♂ Boy

Pronounced AY-del /ˈeɪ.dɛl/Medium

Meaning: From German edel, 'noble; high-born' — also a short form of names beginning with Edel- (such as Edelmar)Low

In 30 seconds: Noble: Edel is German. Crisp, classic, and warm (said 'AY-del').

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Origin LowGermanic

MeaningFrom German edel, 'noble; high-born' — also a short form of names beginning with Edel- (such as Edelmar)

U.S. rank (2025)#6556 ↗ Rising

2025 U.S. births13 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)

Peak year2005

Total births (all-time)≈ 502

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Edel comes from German edel, 'noble; high-born' — also a short form of names beginning with Edel- (such as Edelmar). A crisp, classic name (said 'AY-del').

In the U.S. it appears in German families. Rare, noble at the root, and classic.

Did you know? Edel means 'noble; high-born' in German — also a short form of Edel- names — a crisp, classic name (said 'AY-del').

Overall data confidence 42%

References — Edel — Germanic etymology

Variations

EdellEdelmar

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Edel mean?

Edel is German for 'noble; high-born'; also a short form of Edel- names.

How do you pronounce Edel?

It's said AY-del /ˈeɪ.dɛl/ — two syllables, stress on the first.

Is Edel a boy or girl name?

Edel is used here as a boy's name.

How popular is Edel?

Edel is a rare name in the U.S.