Majel is a distinctive and elegant given name, of American origin. It was popularized by Majel Barrett-Roddenberry, who played Nurse Christine Chapel in the original Star Trek series and served as a producer on subsequent films and TV shows. The name itself does not have an explicit meaning, but it has been associated with strength and uniqueness due to its bearer's notable contributions to the entertainment industry.
The name Majel appears to have been quite popular between 1901 and 1928, with a significant peak in births occurring annually during this period, ranging from 5 to 21 births per year. After 1928, the popularity of the name steadily declined, with fewer than 10 births per year recorded until 1960. Overall, there were 349 babies named Majel born between 1901 and 1960.