Rancel
Germanic · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Rancel
Rancel is a variant of Randall, derived from the Germanic name Randulf, composed of "rand" (rim, border) and "wolf" (wolf), meaning "shield wolf" or warrior with protective qualities.
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Etymology
Rancel is a variant of Randall, derived from the Germanic name Randulf, composed of "rand" (rim, border) and "wolf" (wolf), meaning "shield wolf" or warrior with protective qualities. The name has been used primarily in English-speaking Christian cultures, particularly in medieval Europe and among Anglo-Saxon populations, though it remains relatively uncommon.
Rancel currently ranks #7,708 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1999.
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