Rudell is an uncommon, unisex given name of American origin. It gained some popularity during the mid-20th century but has since become quite rare. The name's exact etymology is unclear, though it's believed to be a blend of two popular names of the time: Rudolph and Michelle. As such, Rudell can be considered a unique, vintage choice for parents looking for an uncommon yet meaningful name for their child.
The name Rudell experienced fluctuating popularity over the years with several peaks and valleys. The highest number of births recorded was 24 in 1959, indicating a significant spike in that year. However, it seems to have lost its popularity thereafter, with numbers dropping as low as 5 births per year from 1970 onwards, which remained consistent until 1992. Overall, there were a total of 394 births recorded for the name Rudell over this period.