Arnell
Pronunciation: [ AHRN-uhl ]
Arnell is a boy baby name. Ranked #13,848 in the US, popular nicknames include Arn, Ary, and Arnie.
A distinctive boy name with a rare, memorable quality.
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Historical Record
Arnell first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 1,001 babies have been named Arnell in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Arnell is past its peak , currently ranked #13,848 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #13,848
- Total SSA Count
- 7
Nicknames
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Arnell is also used as a girl name, ranked #38474.
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About the Name Arnell
Arnell is a boy name .
Is Arnell a boy or girl name? Arnell is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #13,848 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #38,474. Arnell is more commonly used as a boy name.
Arnell is currently ranked #13,848 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Arnell include Arn, Ary, Arnie, and Arneie. 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)
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