Declining since 1985, #1,499 for boys today.
Popularity of Randall since 1880
Babies named Randall per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1880s | 88 |
| 1890s | 89 |
| 1900s | 157 |
| 1910s | 1,140 |
| 1920s | 1,952 |
| 1930s | 3,014 |
| 1940s | 17,774 |
| 1950s | 62,450 |
| 1960s | 52,055 |
| 1970s | 23,025 |
| 1980s | 19,326 |
| 1990s | 10,322 |
| 2000s | 4,074 |
| 2010s | 2,244 |
| 2020s | 882 |
Meaning & origin
Randall is a name that saw its heyday in the mid-20th century, peaking at rank 1,499 in 1960. Since 1985, its use has steadily declined, reflecting a broader shift away from classic English surnames as first names. In 2025, the name has a rarity index of 1 in 14,599 newborns, making it an uncommon choice today. Historically, Randall has been most popular in southern states such as Alabama, Georgia, and Pennsylvania, which aligns with its traditional, understated charm. The variant spelling Randolph shares the same origin but has a more formal, stately feel, while Randall retains a friendly, accessible quality. Despite its fall from peak popularity, Randall remains a recognizable and respected name, rooted in Viking-age Norse heritage and carried through English surname tradition.
Randall is a medieval English surname that developed from the given name Randolf, a Norman French form of the Old Norse name Rǫgnvaldr, composed of elements meaning 'advice' and 'ruler'. Over time, the name Randolf was altered by association with the common suffix -all, leading to the variant Randall. It has been used as a first name since at least the 19th century.
Where Randall is most popular
Births per 100,000 boys by state. Press play or drag the slider to watch it move across the decades. The lightest shade means too few recorded births.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Randy, Ran, Ral
Sibling names for Randall
Names that share Randall's style, for a brother or sister.
Names like Randall
Names whose popularity has moved with Randall's over the last 50 years.
