Dontell
Boy nameDontell has been given to 193 babies in the U.S. since 1976. It peaked in 1991.
Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025
Total babies
193
Peak year
1991 (14 babies)
Rank in 2025
Below top 1000
First recorded
1976
10-year trend
New / returning
Gender split
All boys
Spellings & variants
Names one letter away from Dontell — alternate spellings parents actually use.
Names with a similar vibe
Same primary gender, peaked around the same years, and roughly as common as Dontell.
FAQ
How popular is the name Dontell?
Dontell has been given to 193 babies in the U.S. since 1976. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.
When did the name Dontell peak?
Dontell peaked in 1991, when 14 babies were given the name.
Is Dontell a girl or boy name?
Dontell is primarily a boy name (100% of babies named Dontell are boys).
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