Mendel Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationMEN-dəl / ˈmɛn.dəlHebrew; Yiddish
Meaning
Hebrew: 'to be great'; Yiddish: 'little'
Historical & Cultural Background
Mendel is a name of Hebrew origin, often associated with the Jewish community. It gained prominence due to the work of Gregor Mendel, an Augustinian monk known as the father of modern genetics. The name is also used in Yiddish-speaking cultures, where it conveys a sense of endearment. It has been a traditional name among Ashkenazi Jews.
Trend Summary
Mendel has seen a modest resurgence in popularity in recent years, particularly within Jewish communities.
Similar Names
Variants
- Mendell
- Mandel
International Variants
- Mendel (German)
- Mendelssohn (German)
Famous people named Mendel
Mendel Beilis was a notable figure in the early 20th century, involved in a famous trial regarding blood libel.
Mendel Piekarz was a Polish Jewish historian and author.
Mendel Kagan was a prominent figure in the field of mathematics.
Fictional characters named Mendel
Mendel is a character in the animated film 'The Secret of Kells', known for his wisdom.
Mendel is a character in the video game 'The Binding of Isaac', representing a unique gameplay mechanic.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Mendel was first seen in the United States in 1912. Mendel has ranked as high as #1252 nationally, which occurred in 2024, and has been most popular in New York, South Carolina, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Mendel has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Mendel (2024)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 86 | |
| FL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1912 | 7 |
| 1913 | 7 |
| 1914 | 13 |
| 1915 | 16 |
| 1916 | 10 |
| 1917 | 13 |
| 1918 | 10 |
| 1919 | 11 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1921 | 5 |
| 1922 | 14 |
| 1923 | 12 |
| 1924 | 13 |
| 1925 | 13 |
| 1926 | 8 |
| 1928 | 9 |
| 1929 | 10 |
| 1930 | 6 |
| 1931 | 9 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 10 |
| 1934 | 8 |
| 1935 | 7 |
| 1936 | 5 |
| 1937 | 6 |
| 1938 | 6 |
| 1939 | 8 |
| 1941 | 5 |
| 1943 | 13 |
| 1944 | 9 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1947 | 8 |
| 1948 | 11 |
| 1949 | 11 |
| 1950 | 13 |
| 1951 | 13 |
| 1952 | 20 |
| 1953 | 10 |
| 1954 | 24 |
| 1955 | 20 |
| 1956 | 27 |
| 1957 | 26 |
| 1958 | 25 |
| 1959 | 23 |
| 1960 | 18 |
| 1961 | 17 |
| 1962 | 6 |
| 1963 | 6 |
| 1964 | 6 |
| 1965 | 9 |
| 1966 | 6 |
| 1967 | 10 |
| 1968 | 11 |
| 1969 | 14 |
| 1970 | 13 |
| 1971 | 18 |
| 1972 | 13 |
| 1973 | 16 |
| 1974 | 15 |
| 1975 | 23 |
| 1976 | 23 |
| 1977 | 19 |
| 1978 | 18 |
| 1979 | 18 |
| 1980 | 16 |
| 1981 | 13 |
| 1982 | 11 |
| 1983 | 15 |
| 1984 | 19 |
| 1985 | 14 |
| 1986 | 15 |
| 1987 | 22 |
| 1988 | 12 |
| 1989 | 25 |
| 1990 | 26 |
| 1991 | 19 |
| 1992 | 20 |
| 1993 | 21 |
| 1994 | 25 |
| 1995 | 28 |
| 1996 | 45 |
| 1997 | 28 |
| 1998 | 33 |
| 1999 | 40 |
| 2000 | 35 |
| 2001 | 37 |
| 2002 | 49 |
| 2003 | 34 |
| 2004 | 44 |
| 2005 | 44 |
| 2006 | 55 |
| 2007 | 55 |
| 2008 | 53 |
| 2009 | 72 |
| 2010 | 69 |
| 2011 | 54 |
| 2012 | 74 |
| 2013 | 62 |
| 2014 | 73 |
| 2015 | 79 |
| 2016 | 60 |
| 2017 | 70 |
| 2018 | 57 |
| 2019 | 77 |
| 2020 | 85 |
| 2021 | 92 |
| 2022 | 68 |
| 2023 | 104 |
| 2024 | 108 |