Mandrell is a distinct and unique given name, of American origin. It is derived from the surname 'Mandrill,' which itself is an occupational name for someone who worked as a tanner or leather dresser. The name was brought to America by early settlers and has since been used as both a first and last name in various regions of the United States.
The name Mandrell appears to have been moderately popular during the late 1970s and early 1980s, with a peak of 20 births in 1980. However, it became much less common thereafter, with fewer than 10 births per year from 1985 onwards, except for a brief resurgence between 2003 and 2006. Overall, there were 255 babies named Mandrell born between 1973 and 2019.