Yandel
Yandel is a boy's name of Contemporary origin.
Meaning
Modern invention, possibly derived as a blend or variation of names like Yan and Daniel.
Origin and history
Yandel is a modern name made famous primarily by the Puerto Rican reggaeton duo Wisin & Yandel. It is often considered a contemporary combination or variation based on traditional names like Yandel or Yaniel. In the United States, it gained usage in the early 2000s alongside the rise of Latin urban music.
Popularity in the United States
3,739 babies in the United States have been named Yandel since 1880. It ranks #2086 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1663.
States where it is most popular
- TX (19.3 %)
- CA (15.2 %)
- NY (13.1 %)
- FL (9.6 %)
- IL (5.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 0 |
| 1920-1930 | 0 |
| 1930-1940 | 0 |
| 1940-1950 | 0 |
| 1950-1960 | 0 |
| 1960-1970 | 0 |
| 1970-1980 | 0 |
| 1980-1990 | 0 |
| 1990-2000 | 0 |
| 2000-2010 | 1,857 |
| 2010-2019 | 1,618 |
| 2020-2029 | 264 |
Famous people named Yandel
- Yandel: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- The name surged in popularity due to Llandel Veguilla Malavé, known professionally as Yandel, from the famous reggaeton duo Wisin & Yandel.
- Yandel entered the broader U.S. naming charts in the mid-2000s following the international success of reggaeton.