Holding steady.
Popularity of Lonnell since 1927
Babies named Lonnell per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 5 |
| 1930s | 10 |
| 1940s | 53 |
| 1950s | 131 |
| 1960s | 171 |
| 1970s | 227 |
| 1980s | 197 |
| 1990s | 149 |
| 2000s | 104 |
| 2010s | 49 |
| 2020s | 19 |
Meaning & origin
Lonnell is a rare American name that first appeared in records in 1927. Its peak year was 1970, during which it saw its greatest but still modest use. Since then, its trajectory has been stable, with very few births each year. In 2025, the name remains unranked, reflecting its rarity. The name is a modern construction, blending the familiar Lonnie with the -ell suffix, which was fashionable in the mid-20th century for names like Darnell and Darrell. While Lonnell has no top states where it has been particularly common, it remains a distinctive choice for parents seeking a name with a vintage mid-century feel.
Lonnell emerged in the United States as a modern coinage, likely a combination of the popular name Lonnie (itself a diminutive of Alonzo, from Spanish Alfonso) with the fashionable suffix -ell. The name saw modest use in the mid-20th century, with its peak popularity in 1970. It remains a distinctive and rare name.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Lonnie, Lon
Variants: Lonell, Lonnelle
Sibling names for Lonnell
Names that share Lonnell's style, for a brother or sister.
