Tel

Q: What is the origin of Tel?

Tel is of Hebrew origin. The name carries significant cultural meaning and has been used across generations within its origin tradition.

Q: Is Tel a boy name?

Tel is traditionally a boy name. Modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal choice and cultural context.

male

Updated 6 months ago

Meaning

"Hill; Ancient Mound"

Tel is a Hebrew term for an archaeological mound, occasionally adopted as a short given name in English contexts.

Themes:placehebrewshortunisex

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Popularity History of Tel

Full SSA rank history from 1880 to 2024

#9738Ranked nationally

SSA did not record this spelling in the national rankings for the available chart years. Names used fewer than 5 times in a year are omitted from the dataset.

Yearly Ranking Snapshot

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Unranked

Tel did not appear in the national SSA rankings for 2024.

Change Vs Previous Year

no national rank in 2024

Data Source

Popularity rankings are based on official data from the Social Security Administration (SSA), which tracks baby name applications in the United States.

Last updated: 2024 • Data source updated annually

Tel Nicknames

Familiar short forms, playful variations, and easy everyday options for Tel.

8 ideas

tie

Nickname

telie

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tely

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telo

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Baby Name Lists That Include Tel

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❓ Frequently Asked Questions

What does the name Tel mean?

Tel means "Hill; Ancient Mound". Tel is a Hebrew term for an archaeological mound, occasionally adopted as a short given name in English contexts.

What is the origin of Tel?

Tel is of Hebrew origin. The name has been used historically across cultures and carries significant cultural meaning within its origin tradition.

How popular is the name Tel?

According to the latest SSA data, Tel is currently ranked #9738 in the United States. The name has shown interesting trends over the past century, with popularity varying based on cultural preferences and naming trends.

Is Tel a boy name?

Tel is traditionally a boy name. However, modern naming practices are increasingly flexible, and names can be used across genders based on personal preference.

What are good nicknames for Tel?

Popular nicknames for Tel include tie, ty, to, te, and more. These offer shorter, more casual alternatives for everyday use.

What names are similar to Tel?

There are many names similar to Tel in meaning, origin, or sound. Explore the Similar Names section to discover alternatives that may resonate with you.

Quick Facts

OriginHebrew, English

Syllables1

Length3 letters

US Rank#9738

Trend→ Stable

Starts withT

Sibling Ideas

Brothers

Abe Arron Aaden Avraham Ammon

Sisters

Ann Anita Alisha Abbie Annmarie

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