Barnell
Boy nameBarnell has been given to 103 babies in the U.S. since 1918. It peaked in 1956.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
103
Peak year
1956 (8 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1918
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
6% girls / 94% boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Barnell — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Barnell.
Sibling name ideas for Barnell
Same era and popularity as Barnell, avoiding matching initials or rhymes.
FAQ
How popular is the name Barnell?
Barnell has been given to 103 babies in the U.S. since 1918. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Barnell peak?
Barnell peaked in 1956, when 8 babies were given the name.
Is Barnell a girl or boy name?
Barnell is primarily a boy name (94% of babies named Barnell are boys).
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