Donnell
boy name#4050 in 2025Donnell entered the US charts in 1912, peaked at #479 in 1968, ranks #4050 today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1912–2025
#4050
rank today
#479
peak (1968)
26
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1910s | #2068 |
| 1920s | #1583 |
| 1930s | #1104 |
| 1940s | #866 |
| 1950s | #560 |
| 1960s | #509 |
| 1970s | #514 |
| 1980s | #571 |
| 1990s | #817 |
| 2000s | #1267 |
| 2010s | #2049 |
| 2020s | #3840 |
Strongest states
Over the last decade, Donnell has been most popular in Florida, Illinois, California.
Living bearers
About 12,000 people named Donnell are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Donnell alive today was born around 1977, making them about 48 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Donnell in 2025?
- Donnell ranks #4050 among US boy names in 2025, with 26 babies given the name.
- When was the name Donnell most popular?
- Donnell peaked in 1968, reaching #479 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Donnell with classmates?
- Donnell will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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