Shinell is of African origin, meaning 'calm and peaceful'. It's a unique name derived from the Swahili word 'shina', which translates to 'peace'. The name Shinell gained popularity in the late 20th century but remains relatively uncommon, making it distinctive.
The name Shinell was not particularly popular during these years, with only a total of 17 babies given this name between 1967 and 1978. The peak in popularity occurred in 1970 when six babies were named Shinell.