Dontell
boy nameDontell entered the US charts in 1976, peaked at #4005 in 1991, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1976–2025
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rank today
#4005
peak (1991)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1970s | #4833 |
| 1980s | #5780 |
| 1990s | #5841 |
| 2000s | #8703 |
| 2020s | #12330 |
Living bearers
About 200 people named Dontell are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dontell alive today was born around 1992, making them about 33 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dontell in 2025?
- Dontell is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Dontell most popular?
- Dontell peaked in 1991, reaching #4005 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dontell with classmates?
- Dontell will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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