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Summary

The name Gaynell has English origins and signifies joyfulness. It evolved from the name Gay with the diminutive suffix '-nell'. While it is not directly linked to biblical texts, it carries a cheerful meaning. Gaynell gained popularity in the 20th century, particularly in the United States. It is perceived as a charming and unique name with variants like Gay and Gaynella.

The name Gaynell is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the Silent Generation generation in the South region. Recent 3-year trends show this Boy name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. Recent 3-year trends show this Girl name is maintaining steady popularity, while the 25-year trend indicates it has been relatively stable. From 2020-2022, Gaynell has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for female in MidWest, stalled for female in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for female in South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Gaynell' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 5302nd out of 6773 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 1058th out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 829th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 1138th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 3377th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 14297th out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Gaynell' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.