Donell
Donell is a boy baby name. Ranked #12,065 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
Donell first appeared in US Social Security records in 1950.
Over 4,221 babies have been named Donell in the United States since SSA records began.
Today, Donell is past its peak , currently ranked #12,065 for boy names in the US .
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Quick Facts
- Gender
- Boy
- Popularity Rank
- #12,065
- Total SSA Count
- 8
Nicknames
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Donell is also used as a girl name, ranked #37112.
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About the Name Donell
Donell is a boy name .
Is Donell a boy or girl name? Donell is used as both a boy and girl name. As a boy name, it ranks #12,065 in popularity. As a girl name, it ranks #37,112. Donell is more commonly used as a boy name.
Donell is currently ranked #12,065 in popularity for boy names in the United States.
Common nicknames for Donell include Don, Doy, Donie, and Doneie. 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