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Randal
Pronounced RAN-dəl /ˈræn.dəl/High
Meaning: A -al spelling of Randall — from Germanic Randwulf, 'the shield-wolf' (rand, 'shield's rim', plus wulf, 'wolf')Medium
Popularity in the U.S. · SSA data
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History & Origin
Randal is a single-l spelling of Randall — from the Germanic Randwulf, 'the shield-wolf' (rand, 'the rim/edge of a shield', plus wulf, 'wolf'). An old name brought to England by the Normans. A strong, vintage name; the single-l styling personalizes it (nickname Randy).
It registers thinly today. Rare, the-shield-wolf at the root, and vintage.
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What does the name Randal mean?
Randal spells Randall — Germanic 'the shield-wolf'.
How do you pronounce Randal?
It's said RAN-dəl /ˈræn.dəl/ — two syllables, stress on the first.
Is Randal a boy or girl name?
Randal is a boy's name.
How popular is Randal?
Randal is a rare spelling in the U.S.; Randall is more common.