Idell Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Idell is an English name derived from the Old English 'Ida', meaning prosperous or industrious. It has evolved from the historical form 'Ida' and reflects traits of creativity and individuality. There is no significant biblical relevance associated with the name. It gained popularity in the 20th century and is viewed as a unique choice in modern times.
The name Idell is most popular in Mississippi, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Girl name among the G.I. 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, Idell has been stalled for female in MidWest, 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 South, stalled for female in West. Across generations, 'Idell' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 5165th out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 6076th out of 6773 names. Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 682nd out of 9107 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 1126th out of 9204 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2620th out of 12526 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 9489th out of 19264 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 25632nd out of 27321 names. Discover how the name 'Idell' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Idell"
Pronunciation
/aɪˈdɛl/
Origin
English
Etymology
Idell is derived from the Old English name 'Ida', which means 'prosperous' or 'industrious'. It has been adapted and transformed over time, incorporating elements from various linguistic influences.
Meaning
prosperous, industrious
Language Evolution
Ida (Old English), Idell (Modern English)
Historical Usage
Idell has been used since the 20th century, gaining popularity as a feminine name in the United States.
Variants & Derivatives
Ida, Idelle, Della
Modern Popularity & Image
Idell is perceived as a unique and vintage name, often associated with creativity and individuality.
Famous People
Idell L. McClain, a notable American artist.
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Idell"
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 "Idell"
"Idell" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 5165th of 7545 | 28 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 6076th of 6773 | 10 |
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Girl | 682nd of 9107 | 2,009 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Girl | 1126th of 9204 | 792 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Girl | 2620th of 12526 | 355 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 9489th of 19264 | 52 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Girl | 25632nd of 27321 | 6 |
Regional Popularity of "Idell" by Generation for Male 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) |
- | - | - | - |
Regional Popularity of "Idell" by Generation for Female Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
80.37% 1138th/1416 |
- |
19.27% 456th/2366 |
100.00% 1142nd/1142 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
34.04% 801st/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
66.39% 1894th/2853 |
- |
| 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 "Idell"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Idell" 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.