How Many People Are Named Dornell?
Complete statistics for the name Dornell: rarity score, gender breakdown, age distribution, historical popularity, worldwide data, meaning and origin.
Dornell is a very rare male name, with only 255 people bearing it today, making up just 1 in 1,294,107 Americans. The name peaked in popularity back in 1960 with 14 births, showing its stable presence over the decades.
📖 Meaning & Origin
Life-path number 8 symbolizes power, authority, and success.
🌍 Worldwide Usage
⚥ Gender Distribution
📊 Births by Age Group
Avg Cohort Age: 53All 298 recorded US births for this name, grouped by the age those individuals would be today. Not adjusted for survival, so the number living today is lower (see the living estimate above).
📈 Popularity Over Time
Peak: 1960Annual US births from SSA records · Trend: Stable
🏆 Name Scorecard
Scores 0–100 based on statistical analysis of US and worldwide name frequency
📜 Dornell Through the Generations
Throughout the generations, Dornell has maintained a steady presence, though it's far from common. With 298 total births recorded since its inception, the name has seen a slight shift in its demographic, with most people named Dornell falling within the 30-60 age range. This indicates a balanced distribution across different age groups, suggesting a timeless appeal that keeps the name relevant without becoming overly trendy.
🌿 Related Names by Origin
Other names sharing Dornell's modern American coinage roots
📄 About the Name Dornell
How Many People Have the Name Dornell?
Based on Social Security Administration birth records and age-adjusted survival modeling, approximately 255 people in the United States currently share the name Dornell. That works out to roughly 1 in every 1,294,107 Americans, placing it in the Very Rare category.
Is Dornell a Common or Rare Name?
Dornell is classified as Very Rare. The rarity scale runs from Very Common (shared by millions) through Common, Uncommon, Rare, and Very Rare. Understanding where a name sits helps parents gauge uniqueness, genealogists narrow down records, and individuals settle debates about their own name's distinctiveness.
What Does the Name Dornell Mean?
Dornell means "creative variant of Dorn" and comes from modern American coinage origins. The name carries a life-path numerology number of 8.
Gender Breakdown
Of all recorded bearers of Dornell in SSA data, approximately 100% are male and 0% are female.
When Was Dornell Most Popular?
The name Dornell reached peak popularity in 1960, with 14 babies registered that year. Current trend: Stable.
How Is This Data Calculated?
All figures are statistical estimates, not exact government headcounts. The underlying data comes from the SSA National Baby Names dataset. Full methodology is explained on the methodology page.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
How many people are named Dornell?
Approximately 255 people named Dornell live in the United States today. All-time US births on record total 298. That works out to roughly 1 in 1,294,107 Americans.
Is Dornell a rare name?
Dornell is classified as Very Rare in the United States. Approximately 1 in every 1,294,107 Americans has this name.
What does the name Dornell mean?
Dornell means "creative variant of Dorn" and comes from modern American coinage origins.
Is Dornell more male or female?
Based on SSA records, 100% of people named Dornell are male and 0% are female.
When was Dornell most popular?
Dornell peaked in 1960 with 14 births that year. Current trend: Stable.
How accurate are these statistics?
All figures are statistical estimates based on SSA birth records and age-adjusted modeling. See the methodology page for full details.