Holding steady.
Popularity of Arnell since 1910
Babies named Arnell per year in U.S. Social Security records. Raw births topped out in 1961, but relative to how few babies were recorded back then, Arnell's real moment was 1981.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Girls | Boys |
|---|---|---|
| 1910s | 44 | 36 |
| 1920s | 144 | 56 |
| 1930s | 145 | 102 |
| 1940s | 133 | 87 |
| 1950s | 115 | 135 |
| 1960s | 118 | 184 |
| 1970s | 33 | 181 |
| 1980s | 14 | 165 |
| 1990s | 52 | 134 |
| 2000s | 0 | 101 |
| 2010s | 0 | 88 |
| 2020s | 0 | 13 |
Meaning & origin
Arnell is a rare given name in the United States, with its first recorded use in 1914. It reached its peak popularity in 1981, but has never entered the top 1000 names. The name's trajectory has been stable, indicating consistent but low-frequency use. While its exact origins are unclear, it may be a variant of the traditional name Arnold, known for its Germanic roots, or a modern creative spelling. Arnell remains an uncommon choice, appealing to parents seeking a distinctive name with a familiar sound.
Arnell is of uncertain origin. It may be a variant of the Germanic name Arnold, composed of the elements 'arn' (eagle) and 'wald' (power, rule). Alternatively, it could be a modern invented name, possibly influenced by names like Darnell or the suffix '-ell.' The name gained modest use in the United States in the early 20th century, peaking in the 1980s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Arnie
Variants: Arnold
Sibling names for Arnell
Names that share Arnell's style, for a brother or sister.
