Holding steady.
Popularity of Glendel since 1927
Babies named Glendel per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 14 |
| 1930s | 77 |
| 1940s | 52 |
| 1950s | 7 |
| 1960s | 0 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Glendel is a rare given name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1927. It never reached the top 1000 rankings, and its usage has been sparse. The name's peak year was 1940, after which its frequency declined. As of 2025, its trajectory is stable with very few new births. Glendel appears to be a modern coinage, likely formed by blending common name components such as Glen and Del, or possibly as a variant of Glendower. Due to its rarity, it has no recorded top states or notable bearers.
Glendel likely originated as a modern coinage in the early 20th century, possibly combining the common elements 'Glen' (a valley) and 'Del' (a short form of names like Delbert or Delano). It may also be a variant of Glendower, a Welsh surname meaning 'valley of water.' However, its exact derivation is unclear, and it has never been widely used.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Glen, Dell
Variants: Glendell
Sibling names for Glendel
Names that share Glendel's style, for a brother or sister.
