Arnel
Arnel is a boy's name of Germanic origin.
Meaning
Eagle power, eagle ruler, or strong as an eagle.
Origin and history
Arnel is a masculine given name of Germanic origin, derived from elements meaning eagle and power or rule. It is also used in parts of Southern and Eastern Europe, as well as in the Philippines. In the United States, it remains a rare name, with relatively few births recorded annually.
Popularity in the United States
808 babies in the United States have been named Arnel since 1880. It ranks #3868 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1919.
States where it is most popular
- CA (90.6 %)
- KY (9.4 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 33 |
| 1920-1930 | 63 |
| 1930-1940 | 65 |
| 1940-1950 | 21 |
| 1950-1960 | 15 |
| 1960-1970 | 66 |
| 1970-1980 | 116 |
| 1980-1990 | 115 |
| 1990-2000 | 117 |
| 2000-2010 | 133 |
| 2010-2019 | 56 |
| 2020-2029 | 8 |
Famous people named Arnel
- Arnel Pineda: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- The name blends the Germanic element 'arn' (eagle) with 'wald' (rule) or 'nel', sharing roots with names like Arnold.
- While rare in the English-speaking world, Arnel is relatively common in Bosnia and Herzegovina and the Philippines.