Powell
po-well,
powe-ll
US Popularity:14458
Origin:Welsh
Other Origin(s):British
Meaning:Son of Howell
Powell is a boy’s name of Welsh and British origin. Meaning “son of Howell,” the name is made up of the elements ap, a prefix meaning “son of,” and Hywel, which is a Welsh name that was Anglicized to Howell. While this is not a common surname for those who have Welsh ancestry, Powell is still quite a prevalent name today. Notable namesakes include Slade drummer Don Powell, Top Gun: Maverick actor Glen Powell, and actor Dick Powell.
Powell Name Popularity Data
U.S. Births
Overall:Powell is currently #14458 in U.S. births
Boy:Powell is currently #5658 in U.S. births
Yearly Ranking Change:
Year:
2022
#14458
in 2022
+ 1634
from 2021
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