Rondell Name: Complete Etymology, Meaning & Popularity Analysis
Summary
Rondell is a name of French origin, meaning 'little round'. It evolved from Old French and has maintained its association with circularity throughout its language history. The name has gained a modern appeal, often chosen for its uniqueness. It has no biblical relevance, and its popularity rose in the 20th century. Notable individuals with this name include Rondell Sheridan and Rondell White.
The name Rondell is most popular in Louisiana, USA across all generations. It ranks highest as a Boy name among the Millennials (Gen Y) generation in the Northeast 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, Rondell has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. The long-term 25-year analysis reveals it has been stalled for male in MidWest, stalled for male in Northeast, stalled for male in South, stalled for male in West. Across generations, 'Rondell' has shown interesting popularity patterns: Among the G.I. Generation (1901-1927), it ranked 6241st out of 7545 names. Among the Silent Generation (1928-1945), it ranked 2498th out of 6773 names. Among the Baby Boomers (1946-1964), it ranked 2154th out of 7552 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 1305th out of 10718 names. Among the Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996), it ranked 1464th out of 16616 names. Among the Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012), it ranked 2951st out of 24088 names. Among the Generation Alpha (2013-2024), it ranked 5215th out of 23106 names. Among the Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980), it ranked 8445th out of 19264 names. Discover how the name 'Rondell' has evolved through American history with our comprehensive regional and generational analysis.
Etymology & Cultural Background of "Rondell"
Pronunciation
/rɒnˈdɛl/
Origin
French
Etymology
The name Rondell is derived from the French word 'rond', meaning 'round' or 'circular', with the diminutive suffix '-ell', suggesting a small or beloved round form.
Meaning
little round
Language Evolution
Old French: rond, Middle French: rondel, Modern French: rond
Historical Usage
Rondell gained popularity as a given name in the 20th century, particularly in English-speaking countries, often associated with a modern and unique flair.
Variants & Derivatives
Rond, Rondy, Rondie
Modern Popularity & Image
Currently, Rondell is perceived as a distinctive and contemporary name, appealing to parents looking for unique names for their children.
Famous People
Rondell Sheridan - American actor and comedian, Rondell White - Former professional baseball player
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Historical Birth Statistics for the Name "Rondell"
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 "Rondell"
"Rondell" Popularity Across American Generations
| Generation | Gender | Rank | Total Names |
|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) | Boy | 6241st of 7545 | 13 |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) | Boy | 2498th of 6773 | 170 |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) | Boy | 2154th of 7552 | 270 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Boy | 1305th of 10718 | 675 |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) | Boy | 1464th of 16616 | 883 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) | Boy | 2951st of 24088 | 560 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) | Boy | 5215th of 23106 | 215 |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) | Girl | 8445th of 19264 | 67 |
Regional Popularity of "Rondell" by Generation for Male Names
| TOP(%) | MidWest | Northeast | South | West |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| G.I. Generation (1901-1927) |
- | - |
96.75% 2289th/2366 |
- |
| Silent Generation (1928-1945) |
- | - |
66.94% 1575th/2353 |
- |
| Baby Boomers (1946-1964) |
- | - |
77.71% 2217th/2853 |
- |
| Generation X (Gen X) (1965-1980) |
55.16% 1620th/2937 |
30.40% 1059th/3483 |
47.84% 1683rd/3518 |
- |
| Millennials (Gen Y) (1981-1996) |
44.40% 1636th/3685 |
22.75% 1018th/4475 |
30.55% 1587th/5194 |
42.17% 2664th/6317 |
| Generation Z (Gen Z or Zoomers) (1997-2012) |
- |
38.30% 1978th/5164 |
36.92% 2700th/7313 |
59.31% 4426th/7463 |
| Generation Alpha (2013-2024) |
- | - |
70.54% 4812th/6822 |
- |
Regional Popularity of "Rondell" 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 "Rondell"
This map shows the relative popularity of "Rondell" 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.