Dannell is an uncommon yet distinct given name of English origin. It is derived from the Old Norse 'Daniell', which itself is a variant of 'Daniel'. The name Dannell does not have any specific meaning attributed to it, but like its root namesake Daniel, it is often associated with being strong and courageous. Spelling variations include Danniel and Danell. Dannell gained minor popularity in the United States during the mid-20th century, though it remains relatively rare today.
"The name Dannell was quite popular between the mid-1960s and early 1970s, with a notable peak of 16 births in 1973. However, its popularity declined significantly thereafter, with fewer than 10 births per year from 1980 onwards."