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Armell

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Pronounced ar-MEL /ɑrˈmɛl/Medium

Meaning: Armell is a form of Armel, a Breton and Welsh name from Celtic elements 'arth' ('bear') and 'mael' ('prince, chief') — 'bear prince.' It honors Saint Armel, a legendary Breton saint.Low

In 30 seconds: Armell is a form of Armel — 'bear prince' in Breton/Celtic (said 'ar-MEL'). A strong, saintly heritage pick.
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Origin MediumBreton, Celtic
MeaningArmell is a form of Armel, a Breton and Welsh name from Celtic elements 'arth' ('bear') and 'mael' ('prince, chief') — 'bear prince.' It honors Saint Armel, a legendary Breton saint.
U.S. rank (2024)#11016
2024 U.S. births6 boys (0.00% of U.S. boys)
Peak year2024
Total births (all-time)≈ 6

History & Origin

Armell is a form of Armel, from Celtic 'arth' ('bear') + 'mael' ('prince, chief'). Tied to Saint Armel of Brittany, it reads as a strong, distinctive heritage name (said 'ar-MEL').

In the U.S. it is rare and reads as a Breton or Celtic heritage pick. Rare, strong, and rooted.

Did you know? Armell joins Celtic 'arth' ('bear') and 'mael' ('prince') — 'bear prince' — and recalls Saint Armel, a legendary Breton figure (said 'ar-MEL').
Overall data confidence 50%
References — Armell — Form of Armel; Celtic 'bear prince'; Saint Armel

Variations

ArmelArzhel

Nicknames

ArMel

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Armell mean?

Armell is a form of Armel, from Celtic 'arth' ('bear') and 'mael' ('prince') — 'bear prince.'

How do you pronounce Armell?

It's said ar-MEL /ɑrˈmɛl/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Armell a boy or girl name?

Armell is used here as a boy's name.

How popular is Armell?

Armell is a rare heritage name in the U.S.

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