Grain or seed; dweller near the corner
Karnell is a rare surname-turned-given name with multiple potential etymological roots. It is often considered a variant of Cornell or Carnell, derived from the Latin 'cornu' meaning horn or the French 'cornel' referring to the cornel cherry tree. In some contexts, it may also relate to an English occupational name for a granary worker or a topographical name for someone living at a corner.
Fewer than 5 boys were named Karnell in 2025.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
Former NFL defensive back
