Lovell is an uncommon yet captivating given name of English origin, derived from Old French 'Lovel', meaning 'love' or 'dear'. It was originally a nickname for someone considered lovable or beloved. The name gained popularity in the Middle Ages through the House of Lovell, a prominent family in English history. Today, Lovell is often associated with space exploration due to the American astronaut Edwin E. 'Buzz' Aldrin Jr., whose mother's maiden name was Lovell.
"Lovell seems to have been quite popular as a girl's name early last century, with spikes around World War I, peaking at 23 births in 1921. However, it fell out of fashion mid-century and has remained uncommon since, with fewer than 10 births per year from 1965 onwards, apart from recent years where it has seen a slight resurgence with 6 births each in 2021 and 2023."