Dornell
boy nameDornell entered the US charts in 1947, peaked at #2210 in 1960, is rarely given today — a rare gem few children share.
Popularity 1947–2025
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rank today
#2210
peak (1960)
0
babies in 2025
rare
a rare gem few children share
Rank by decade
| Decade | Average rank |
|---|---|
| 1940s | #3733 |
| 1950s | #2985 |
| 1960s | #3389 |
| 1970s | #4561 |
| 1980s | #5608 |
| 1990s | #7993 |
| 2000s | #10432 |
Living bearers
About 300 people named Dornell are estimated to be alive in the US today.
The typical Dornell alive today was born around 1973, making them about 52 years old.
Estimated from official SSA birth records and life tables.
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Frequently asked questions
- How popular is the name Dornell in 2025?
- Dornell is rarely given in the US today — it does not rank in the top 2000 boy names.
- When was the name Dornell most popular?
- Dornell peaked in 1960, reaching #2210 among US boy names.
- Will my child share the name Dornell with classmates?
- Dornell will almost certainly be the only one in school.
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