Blondell
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About Blondell
Blondell is a feminine name that originated as a medieval diminutive surname meaning "little blonde one" or "fair-haired." With French and Old German linguistic roots, it was historically given to people with light-colored hair. The name gained some recognition in America during the 1930s-40s through actress Joan Blondell. As a first name, Blondell peaked in popularity during the mid-20th century but remains quite rare today. The name carries a vintage charm with its distinctive '-ell' ending, making it stand out from more common names while still being recognizable. Blondell offers a unique option for parents seeking an uncommon name with a touch of retro sophistication and a built-in reference to fair or golden qualities.
Blondell is also given to boys.
Pronounced blon-DEL.
As of October 2026, Blondell ranked #3535 for boys in US births in 1939 and #9215 for girls in US births in 1975 SSA, peaked at #1020 for girls in 1934.
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| Year | US rank · boys | Births · boys | US rank · girls | Births · girls |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2014 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2015 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2016 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2017 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2018 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2019 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2020 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2021 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2022 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2023 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2024 | — | 0 | — | 0 |
| 2025 | — | 0 | — | 0 |