Randell Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationRAN-del / /ˈrændəl/English; German
Meaning
English: Shield ruler; German: Powerful protector
Historical & Cultural Background
Randell is derived from the Old German name Randel, which is a diminutive of Rand. It has been used in English-speaking countries since the Middle Ages. The name has variations that reflect its Germanic roots and has been associated with nobility and leadership.
Trend Summary
Randell has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a notable presence in the mid-20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Randall
- Randel
International Variants
- Randal (Scottish)
- Randel (Dutch)
Famous people named Randell
Randell Pearson was a notable American politician known for his contributions to local governance.
Randell McCoy was a prominent figure in the Hatfield-McCoy feud, which is a significant part of American folklore.
Randell Johnson is a recognized American author who has published several works on historical events.
Randell K. Smith is an accomplished American musician known for his contributions to the jazz genre.
Fictional characters named Randell
Randell is a character in the animated series 'The Amazing World of Gumball,' known for his quirky personality.
Randell is a character in the video game 'Final Fantasy IX,' serving as a minor antagonist.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Randell was first seen in the United States in 1912. Randell has ranked as high as #835 nationally, which occurred in 1960, and has been most popular in California, Kentucky, Tennessee, Illinois, and Oklahoma. In the past 5 years the name Randell has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Randell (2009)
State | Births | Share |
---|---|---|
CA | 7 | |
LA | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
---|---|
1912 | 5 |
1915 | 9 |
1916 | 14 |
1917 | 9 |
1918 | 21 |
1919 | 13 |
1920 | 15 |
1921 | 21 |
1922 | 26 |
1923 | 12 |
1924 | 13 |
1925 | 16 |
1926 | 25 |
1927 | 9 |
1928 | 14 |
1929 | 26 |
1930 | 24 |
1931 | 23 |
1932 | 17 |
1933 | 18 |
1934 | 21 |
1935 | 37 |
1936 | 36 |
1937 | 31 |
1938 | 33 |
1939 | 52 |
1940 | 58 |
1941 | 75 |
1942 | 63 |
1943 | 69 |
1944 | 83 |
1945 | 83 |
1946 | 109 |
1947 | 145 |
1948 | 125 |
1949 | 200 |
1950 | 201 |
1951 | 206 |
1952 | 235 |
1953 | 197 |
1954 | 231 |
1955 | 234 |
1956 | 261 |
1957 | 288 |
1958 | 304 |
1959 | 294 |
1960 | 323 |
1961 | 305 |
1962 | 286 |
1963 | 268 |
1964 | 254 |
1965 | 220 |
1966 | 227 |
1967 | 193 |
1968 | 171 |
1969 | 168 |
1970 | 163 |
1971 | 152 |
1972 | 105 |
1973 | 115 |
1974 | 106 |
1975 | 105 |
1976 | 94 |
1977 | 99 |
1978 | 93 |
1979 | 105 |
1980 | 115 |
1981 | 130 |
1982 | 104 |
1983 | 112 |
1984 | 108 |
1985 | 118 |
1986 | 110 |
1987 | 124 |
1988 | 126 |
1989 | 98 |
1990 | 106 |
1991 | 95 |
1992 | 93 |
1993 | 76 |
1994 | 64 |
1995 | 44 |
1996 | 62 |
1997 | 39 |
1998 | 55 |
1999 | 46 |
2000 | 40 |
2001 | 36 |
2002 | 38 |
2003 | 35 |
2004 | 29 |
2005 | 31 |
2006 | 22 |
2007 | 40 |
2008 | 29 |
2009 | 42 |
2010 | 30 |
2011 | 27 |
2012 | 25 |
2013 | 23 |
2014 | 23 |
2015 | 19 |
2016 | 16 |
2017 | 24 |
2018 | 12 |
2019 | 15 |
2020 | 15 |
2021 | 14 |
2022 | 13 |
2023 | 14 |
2024 | 10 |