Udell is an uncommon given name of American origin, derived from Old English elements 'ūþ' meaning 'rich, wealthy', and 'hýll' signifying 'hill'. It was introduced to the United States in the 20th century but has remained relatively rare throughout its history.
The name Udell experienced varying popularity throughout the years, with peaks in 1916-1917 (11 births each year) and 1922 (10 births), but generally maintained a steady presence over time, reaching a total of 134 births between 1913 and 1945.