Randell

Randell is a name used as both a given name and a surname. It is an English-origin variant of Randall, derived from the medieval given name Randolf or Randulf, from Old English Randwulf, a combination of elements often interpreted as shield and wolf. The form Randell developed as a spelling variant during the medieval and early modern periods and continues in use today.

As a surname, Randell can be patronymic or habitational in origin, reflecting descent from someone named Randell or Randolf. The name has several spellings, including Randall, Randell, Rendell, Rendall, and Randel, with regional preferences. In common usage, Randell is most often found in English-speaking countries, particularly the United Kingdom, Australia, Canada, and the United States, reflecting migration patterns.

Given name usage occurs less commonly but is documented in modern times; when used as a given name, Randell often honors family lineage or carries the broader family name into personal use.

Notable people with the name span various fields—sports, academia, politics and arts—though individuals with this exact spelling are less widely cited in major reference works. The name also appears in fictional works and, rarely, in place names in some regions. Overall, Randell remains a recognized variant within the broader family of Randall-related names.