Old friend or noble friend
Audel is likely a variant of the Old English name Alden or the Germanic name Adel. It combines elements meaning 'old' or 'noble' with 'friend', suggesting a loyal and long-standing companion.
Less common today
Audel isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #6,276 in 1996.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
