Carnell
Carnell is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Defender of the castle, castle keeper, or grain dealer.
Origin and history
Carnell is a masculine given name derived from an English habitational or occupational surname, originally related to 'castle keeper' or a defender of a fortress wall. It has been used continuously in the United States since the late 19th century, remaining a rare and distinctive choice. Modern usage is relatively steady though infrequent, maintaining a classic, surname-as-given-name feel.
Popularity in the United States
4,618 babies in the United States have been named Carnell since 1880. It ranks #1828 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1865.
States where it is most popular
- NC (14.8 %)
- IL (14.6 %)
- SC (13.2 %)
- CA (7.8 %)
- LA (6.3 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 5 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 107 |
| 1920-1930 | 248 |
| 1930-1940 | 295 |
| 1940-1950 | 421 |
| 1950-1960 | 734 |
| 1960-1970 | 573 |
| 1970-1980 | 588 |
| 1980-1990 | 511 |
| 1990-2000 | 400 |
| 2000-2010 | 396 |
| 2010-2019 | 278 |
| 2020-2029 | 62 |
Famous people named Carnell
- Carnell Lake: American football player, Coach
- Carnell Williams: American football player, Coach
Fun facts
- Carnell originated as an Old French occupational name brought to England after the Norman Conquest, referring to a crossbowman or castle defender.
- The name Carnell has been registered in official United States birth records in almost every decade since records began in 1880.