Evanell, of Welsh origin, is an uncommon yet distinctive given name. It is derived from the Welsh elements 'evan' meaning 'young' and 'nall', which signifies 'bold'. This name was first recorded in the late 17th century but remains relatively rare today.
The name Evanell saw a notable peak in popularity during the early 1920s and late 1930s with consistent birth counts ranging from 5 to 10 annually. However, its usage significantly decreased post-World War II era, dropping to a total of just 5 births in 1952.