Donel
Donel is a boy baby name. Ranked #20,265 in the US, popular nicknames include Don, Doy, and Donie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Meaning & Origin
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Historical Record
Donel first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 426 babies have been named Donel in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Donel is a hidden gem — rare but distinctive , currently ranked #20,265 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #20,265
- Total SSA Count
- 6
Nicknames
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Also a Girl Name
Donel is also used as a girl name, ranked #23063.
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About the Name Donel
Donel is a boy name .
Is Donel a boy or girl name? Donel is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #20,265 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #23,063. Donel is more commonly used as a boy name.
Donel is currently ranked #20,265 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Donel include Don, Doy, and Donie. These shorter forms provide casual alternatives while keeping the elegance of the full name.
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Sources
- U.S. Social Security Administration — National Baby Names Data (popularity rankings and historical trends)
- NamingEverything editorial research and analysis