Holding steady.
Popularity of Jontrell since 1981
Babies named Jontrell per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1980s | 15 |
| 1990s | 83 |
| 2000s | 64 |
| 2010s | 30 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Jontrell is a modern invented name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1981. It is typically given to boys and saw its highest usage in 1997, which remains its peak year. Since then, its frequency has been stable but low, never entering the national top 1000. The name is most likely a blend of Jon, a classic name meaning God is gracious, and the fashionable suffix -trell, similar to Montrell or Dantrell. Its origins reflect the American tradition of creative naming in the late 20th century, particularly among African American communities. Jontrell has not been associated with any top states, indicating broad but sparse use across the country.
Jontrell is a modern coinage, first recorded in the United States in 1981. It likely combines the name Jon (a form of John, meaning "God is gracious") with the stylish suffix -trell, also seen in names like Montrell. The name gained modest usage in the 1990s, peaking in 1997, and has since remained stable in low frequency.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jon, Trell, J
Variants: Jontreal, Jontrelle
Sibling names for Jontrell
Names that share Jontrell's style, for a brother or sister.
