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Idell

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Pronounced eye-DEL /aɪˈdɛl/Medium

Meaning: Most likely an elaboration of Ida, from a Germanic element read as 'work; labor; industrious,' extended with -ell; it may also draw on Adele. The route is uncertain, which we note.Low

In 30 seconds: An early-century name: Idell likely elaborates Ida ('industrious,' Germanic), said 'eye-DEL.' Route uncertain, which we note.
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Origin LowGermanic, English
MeaningMost likely an elaboration of Ida, from a Germanic element read as 'work; labor; industrious,' extended with -ell; it may also draw on Adele. The route is uncertain, which we note.
U.S. rank (1981)#9509 ↗ Rising
1981 U.S. births6 girls (0.00% of U.S. girls)
Peak year1921
Total births (all-time)≈ 3,425

Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data

peak 192118801981

U.S. births per year (Social Security Administration, 1880–present). Pink marker = peak year.

SSA data updated May 2026. How we source & verify this data.

History & Origin

Idell most likely extends Ida, from a Germanic root read as 'industrious,' with an -ell ending, perhaps touching Adele. It saw early-twentieth-century use, peaked in 1921, and faded; the route is uncertain, which we note (said 'eye-DEL').

Idell belonged to the early-1900s generation and has all but vanished since. Rare, antique, and homespun.

Did you know? Idell is an -ell elaboration on the Ida pattern that peaked around 1921 — an early-century name now nearly gone.
Overall data confidence 38%
References — Idell — Likely elaboration of Ida; Germanic 'industrious'; route uncertain

Variations

IdellaIdelleIda

Nicknames

IdaDella

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If you like Idell…

Idella— a like Ida elaboration
Ida— the likely root
Odell— a like -ell name
Adele— a like -del cousin

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Frequently Asked

What does the name Idell mean?

Idell is likely an elaboration of Ida, from the Germanic for 'industrious.' The route is uncertain, which we note.

How do you pronounce Idell?

It's said eye-DEL /aɪˈdɛl/ — two syllables, stress on the second.

Is Idell a boy or girl name?

Idell is used here as a girl's name.

How popular is Idell?

Idell peaked in the early nineteen-twenties and is very rare today.

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