Aurel Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationAW-rel / /ˈɔːr.əl/Latin; French
Meaning
Latin: golden; French: derived from Aurelius
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Aurel is derived from the Latin name Aurelius, which means 'golden.' It has been used in various cultures, particularly in Roman history, where it was associated with nobility. In modern times, Aurel has gained popularity in several European countries, especially in France and Romania.
Trend Summary
The name Aurel has seen a modest rise in popularity in recent years, particularly in European countries.
Similar Names
Variants
- Aurelio
- Aurele
International Variants
- Aurelio (Spanish)
- Aurelien (French)
- Aurelija (Lithuanian)
Famous people named Aurel
Aurel Stein was a British archaeologist known for his explorations in Central Asia.
Aurel Vlaicu was a Romanian engineer and aviation pioneer.
Aurel I. E. M. was a notable Romanian poet and playwright.
Fictional characters named Aurel
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Aurel was first seen in the United States in 1913. Aurel has ranked as high as #873 nationally, which occurred in 1927, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Aurel has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Aurel
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 8 |
| 1914 | 7 |
| 1915 | 9 |
| 1916 | 9 |
| 1917 | 15 |
| 1918 | 11 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1920 | 12 |
| 1921 | 7 |
| 1922 | 8 |
| 1923 | 8 |
| 1924 | 8 |
| 1925 | 7 |
| 1926 | 5 |
| 1927 | 16 |
| 1928 | 13 |
| 1929 | 5 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1942 | 5 |
| 1944 | 5 |
| 2019 | 7 |
| 2022 | 6 |
| 2023 | 5 |