Markell

Boy name

Markell has been given to 4,936 babies in the U.S. since 1962. It peaked in 2005.

Popularity over time births per year, 1880–2025

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Total babies

4,936

Peak year

2005 (185 babies)

Rank in 2025

Below top 1000

First recorded

1962

10-year trend

▼ -55%

Gender split

4% girls / 96% boys

Spellings & variants

Names one letter away from Markell — alternate spellings parents actually use.

Marcellboy

5,988 babies since 1912

Markelboy

4,829 babies since 1948

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FAQ

How popular is the name Markell?

Markell has been given to 4,936 babies in the U.S. since 1962. It ranked below the top 1000 in 2025.

When did the name Markell peak?

Markell peaked in 2005, when 185 babies were given the name.

Is Markell a girl or boy name?

Markell is primarily a boy name (96% of babies named Markell are boys).

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