Masculine dossier · first seen 1883
Powell
Stable
Cross-generational persistence
Peak era
1919
Peak births
32
Current vitality
Rare
Peak generation
Greatest Generation
1883Peak 19192025
Quick answers about Powell
How many people are named Powell?
An estimated 703 living Americans are named Powell.
How rare is Powell?
Powell is very rare among babies today, with 9 boys receiving the name in 2025, down 71.9% from its 1919 peak.
How old is the typical Powell?
The median age of a living American named Powell is approximately 45 years, with most bearers falling between 20 and 70 years old.
Is Powell still popular?
Yes. Powell is holding steady, with 9 births in 2025 and a consistent recent baseline.
Peak year
1919
Decline from peak
71.9%
2025
9
All-time
1,485