Drexel Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDREK-suhl / /ˈdrɛksəl/English; French
Meaning
English: 'from the town of Dreux'; French: 'a surname derived from a place name'
Historical & Cultural Background
Drexel is derived from the name of a town in France, Dreux. The name has been used as a surname and has gained popularity as a given name in the United States. It is often associated with the Drexel family, particularly Francis Drexel, a prominent banker and philanthropist in the 19th century. The name has a modern appeal and is sometimes chosen for its unique sound.
Trend Summary
Drexel has seen a modest rise in popularity in the United States over the past few decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Drex
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Drexel was first seen in the United States in 1910. Drexel has ranked as high as #1082 nationally, which occurred in 1957, and has been most popular in West Virginia, and Kentucky. In the past 5 years the name Drexel has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Drexel (1930)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| WV | 6 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1910 | 5 |
| 1912 | 7 |
| 1913 | 12 |
| 1914 | 24 |
| 1915 | 11 |
| 1916 | 13 |
| 1917 | 23 |
| 1918 | 20 |
| 1919 | 15 |
| 1920 | 20 |
| 1921 | 12 |
| 1922 | 17 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 17 |
| 1925 | 23 |
| 1926 | 19 |
| 1927 | 17 |
| 1928 | 10 |
| 1929 | 16 |
| 1930 | 17 |
| 1931 | 17 |
| 1932 | 14 |
| 1933 | 13 |
| 1934 | 19 |
| 1935 | 15 |
| 1936 | 14 |
| 1937 | 9 |
| 1938 | 17 |
| 1939 | 13 |
| 1940 | 15 |
| 1941 | 15 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1944 | 12 |
| 1945 | 11 |
| 1946 | 12 |
| 1947 | 14 |
| 1948 | 16 |
| 1949 | 12 |
| 1950 | 13 |
| 1951 | 19 |
| 1952 | 22 |
| 1953 | 21 |
| 1954 | 15 |
| 1955 | 19 |
| 1956 | 15 |
| 1957 | 27 |
| 1958 | 25 |
| 1959 | 18 |
| 1960 | 15 |
| 1961 | 17 |
| 1962 | 18 |
| 1963 | 16 |
| 1964 | 20 |
| 1965 | 26 |
| 1966 | 11 |
| 1967 | 15 |
| 1968 | 10 |
| 1969 | 14 |
| 1970 | 11 |
| 1971 | 9 |
| 1972 | 7 |
| 1973 | 7 |
| 1974 | 6 |
| 1975 | 5 |
| 1976 | 5 |
| 1978 | 8 |
| 1981 | 10 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 6 |
| 1984 | 5 |
| 1985 | 6 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 7 |
| 1988 | 5 |
| 1989 | 6 |
| 1990 | 9 |
| 1991 | 9 |
| 1992 | 5 |
| 1993 | 5 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1995 | 11 |
| 1999 | 8 |
| 2000 | 7 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2002 | 9 |
| 2003 | 8 |
| 2004 | 9 |
| 2005 | 6 |
| 2006 | 6 |
| 2007 | 9 |
| 2008 | 8 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 13 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 10 |
| 2013 | 14 |
| 2014 | 25 |
| 2015 | 20 |
| 2016 | 8 |
| 2017 | 8 |
| 2018 | 15 |
| 2019 | 16 |
| 2020 | 21 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 9 |
| 2023 | 14 |
| 2024 | 12 |