Randel is a unique, two-syllable male given name of German origin. It is derived from the Germanic word 'rand', which means 'shield'. This name has a strong and protective connotation, reflecting its historical military roots. In some instances, Randel may also be considered a variant spelling of the English name Randall, which shares the same Germanic origin but is more commonly associated with the English language.
"The name Randel experienced a consistent increase in popularity from 1986 to 1987 with seven births each year, followed by a slight decrease in 1988 with six births. After a gap of four years, there were five births named Randel in 1992, summing up to a total of twenty-five."