Johntell
A masculine name derived from the combination of "John" and "tell".
Name Census estimates that about 6 living Americans carry the first name Johntell. The name is used almost exclusively for boys. The average person named Johntell today is around 30 years old, and the year with the single highest number of Johntell births was 1995 (6 babies).
This page is the full Name Census profile for Johntell. Below you will find a gender breakdown showing how the name splits between male and female registrations, a year-by-year popularity chart stretching back to 1880, decade-level totals, the top US states for this name, its meaning and etymology, and a set of frequently asked questions with data-backed answers.
Key insights
- • Fewer than 100 living Americans are believed to carry the name Johntell. It is among the rarest names in the SSA records.
People living today
6
~ 1 in 57,125,723 Americans
Peak year
1995
6 babies that year
Average age
30
years old
1995 SSA rank
#8,290
Tracked since 1995
Popularity
Johntell: popularity over time
Babies born per year
Decades
Johntell by decade
The table below breaks the full SSA timeline into ten-year windows. Each row shows how many male and female babies were given the name Johntell during that decade, along with a combined total. This is useful for spotting eras where the name surged or retreated.
| Decade | Male | Female | Total |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1990s | 6 | 0 | 6 |
Origin
Meaning and history of Johntell
The name Johntell has its origins in the ancient Germanic languages, believed to have been derived from a combination of the words "John" and "tell." The name John itself has biblical roots, stemming from the Hebrew name Yohanan, meaning "Graced by God." The suffix "tell" is thought to have been added later, potentially as a reference to one's ability to recount stories or events.
Johntell gained prominence during the Middle Ages, particularly in regions where Germanic languages were spoken. It was a common name among Norse and Anglo-Saxon communities, often given to individuals who possessed storytelling abilities or were known for their eloquence.
One of the earliest recorded mentions of the name Johntell can be found in the Icelandic sagas, a collection of epic tales dating back to the 13th century. These sagas often featured heroes and adventurers, some of whom bore the name Johntell, reflecting the cultural importance placed on oral traditions and the art of storytelling.
In the 14th century, a renowned Johntell was a court jester and entertainer in the court of King Edward III of England. Known for his wit and ability to captivate audiences with his tales, this Johntell left a lasting impression on the court and was mentioned in historical records of the time.
During the Renaissance period, a notable figure named Johntell emerged as a renowned playwright and poet in the city of Florence, Italy. Born in 1462, this Johntell was celebrated for his mastery of language and his ability to weave intricate narratives through his works, which were widely performed and enjoyed by the city's elite.
Another prominent Johntell was a French explorer and cartographer who accompanied Jacques Cartier on his voyage to the New World in the 16th century. This Johntell, born in 1520, was responsible for meticulously documenting the expedition's discoveries and encounters with indigenous populations, providing invaluable historical records that continue to be studied today.
In the realm of literature, a Johntell from England, born in 1682, gained recognition for his satirical writings and biting social commentary. His works, often delivered in the form of humorous tales and anecdotes, shed light on the societal norms and customs of his time, earning him a reputation as a skilled storyteller and observer of human nature.
These are just a few examples of individuals who bore the name Johntell throughout history, each leaving their mark in various fields and contributing to the rich tapestry of human experience through their abilities to captivate audiences and convey narratives in compelling ways.
People
Johntell + last name combinations
How many people share a full name with Johntell as the first name? Click a combination below to see the estimate, or search any pairing.
Related
Other names starting with J
Other first names starting with J with a similar number of bearers.
FAQ
Johntell: questions and answers
How many people in the U.S. are named Johntell?
Name Census puts the figure at roughly 6 living Americans. We arrive at this by taking every SSA birth registration for Johntell going back to 1880 and adjusting each cohort for expected survival using CDC actuarial life tables. The result is an age-weighted living-bearer count, not a raw birth total. That works out to about 1 in 57,125,723 US residents.
Is Johntell a common name?
We classify Johntell as "Very Rare". It ranks above 22.3% of all first names in the SSA dataset by living bearers. Across the full history of the data, 6 babies have been registered with this name.
When was Johntell most popular?
The single biggest year for Johntell was 1995, when 6 babies received the name. The fact that the average living Johntell is about 30 years old gives you a rough sense of which era contributed the most bearers who are still alive today.
What does the SSA popularity chart show?
The chart tracks births, not the number of people alive with the name today. Each point shows how many babies were given the name Johntell in that year. That makes it useful for spotting when the name rose, peaked, or faded.
Is Johntell a male name?
Yes, 100.0% of people registered as Johntell in the SSA data are male. You can see the full per-sex comparison in the gender distribution section above, which includes the latest year rank, birth count, and peak year for each sex.
Is Johntell still being used today?
Yes. The SSA still recorded Johntell in 2024, and the page above shows its latest-year rank where available. A name can be well past its peak and still remain in steady use, especially if it built up a large population over earlier decades.
Why can a name have a lot of living bearers even if it is not trendy now?
Because living-bearer counts and current baby-name popularity measure different things. A name like Johntell can build up a very large population over many decades, even if fewer parents are choosing it now than they did at its peak.
Where does this data come from?
First-name figures come from the Social Security Administration's national baby name files, which cover every name on a birth certificate from 1880 to 2024. Living-bearer estimates layer in CDC actuarial life tables broken out by sex to account for mortality. The population baseline (342,754,338) is the Census Bureau's latest national estimate. You can read the full calculation on our methodology page.
Does every first name have Census demographic data?
No. The public Census first-name release only covers names that met the Bureau's publication rules, so many rarer names in the SSA files do not have a published Census demographic snapshot. In those cases, the page still shows the SSA trend, gender history, and state data.
How many people share the name Johntell?
For a quick modern estimate, our sister site HowManyOfMe.org answers that in one glance, with the living-bearer count front and centre.