Declining since 1987, #6,803 for boys today.
Popularity of Rondell since 1926
Babies named Rondell per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1920s | 21 |
| 1930s | 92 |
| 1940s | 106 |
| 1950s | 130 |
| 1960s | 229 |
| 1970s | 498 |
| 1980s | 549 |
| 1990s | 500 |
| 2000s | 360 |
| 2010s | 238 |
| 2020s | 75 |
Meaning & origin
Rondell is an uncommon given name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1926. It saw its greatest use during the late 1980s, reaching a peak rank of 6,803 in 1988, with a downward trajectory since 1987. In 2025, the name was given at a rate of 1 in every 142,340 male births. While its exact origins are debated, it is likely a modern coinage or a variant of Ronald. The name is predominantly used in the United States and has been recorded in various states without a strong regional concentration. As a rare name, Rondell offers a distinctive choice for parents seeking something uncommon.
Rondell is an uncommon given name that emerged in the United States in the early 20th century. It may be a variant of Ronald, which itself derives from Old Norse Rǫgnvaldr, meaning 'ruler's advice.' Alternatively, Rondell could be a modern invented name, possibly influenced by surnames such as Rondell or by the similar-sounding name Rondale. Its usage peaked in the late 1980s.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Ron, Ronnie, Dell
Sibling names for Rondell
Names that share Rondell's style, for a brother or sister.
