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Donnell vs Helix

Baby Name Comparison — 2026

Donnell

Boy #4,672 Most Popular 2 Syllables

Meaning

"world ruler, ruler of the world"

Origin: Irish Gaelic domhan (world) + val (rule)

Cultural Roots

Irish Scottish African-American American

Quick Stats

Popularity Rank
#4,672
Total SSA Count
22
Syllables
2
Formality
Moderate

Playground Safety Score

All Clear

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Popularity Comparison

Donnell Rank #4,672
Helix Rank #4,808

Donnell is more popular, ranked #4672 vs #4808 for Helix.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Donnell or Helix more popular?

Donnell is more popular, ranked #4672 compared to Helix at #4808 in the United States.

What do Donnell and Helix mean?

Donnell means "world ruler, ruler of the world" (Irish Gaelic domhan (world) + val (rule) origin). Helix means "spiral, coil" (Greek 'helix' origin).

Are Donnell and Helix boy or girl names?

Donnell is primarily a boy name. Helix is primarily a boy name.

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