Clell Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Clell is an English name that originates from the Old English word meaning 'cliff' or 'slope'. The name has evolved from its historical forms in Old and Middle English to its current usage. It is often seen as a unique name, with no direct biblical relevance, and has seen popularity in specific regions of the United States.
The name Clell is most popular in Kentucky, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the G.I. Generation generation in the MidWest region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Clell has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in South. Across generations, 'Clell' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1222nd out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1589th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2420th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 5385th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 15579th out of 16616 names. Discover how the name 'Clell' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Clell"
Pronunciation
/klɛl/
Origin
English
Etymology
The name Clell is derived from the Old English word 'cleof', meaning 'cliff' or 'slope'. It is often considered a diminutive form of the name Cleland.
Meaning
cliff, slope
Language Evolution
Old English: Cleof, Middle English: Clelland, Modern English: Clell
Historical Usage
The name Clell has been used in various forms since the 19th century, gaining popularity in certain regions of the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Cleland, Clee, Clellan
Modern Popularity & Image
Clell is viewed as an uncommon but distinctive name, often associated with individuals who have a strong sense of identity.
Famous People
Clellan Card, Clellan McNaughton
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Clell"
Note: Years with identical rankings may represent different numbers of births. Data is sourced from Social Security card applications for births in the United States.
Yearly Ranking History of "Clell"
"Clell" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 1222nd of 7545 | 548 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 1589th of 6773 | 356 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2420th of 7552 | 216 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 5385th of 10718 | 56 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 15579th of 16616 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Clell" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
53.67% 760th/1416 |
- |
53.59% 1268th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
65.28% 1536th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
74.55% 2127th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Clell" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - | - | - |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - | - | - |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
- | - | - | - |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- | - | - | - |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - | - | - |
State-by-State Popularity of "Clell"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Clell" across states, calculated by dividing the number of births with this name in each state by the total births in that state. This methodology provides a standardized measure of popularity regardless of state population size.