Argel is of Spanish origin, derived from the word 'argelia', which means 'silver' or 'white'. It's a unisex name, though more commonly used for males. The name has been popular in Spain and Latin America, with notable figures such as Argeliaustri, an Argentine poet, bearing this name.
"The name Argel experienced fluctuations in popularity over the years, with a notable peak of 11 births in 1920. However, it has remained relatively uncommon overall, with total births numbering just 127 since 1915."