The honor of the lion
Larnell is likely an American elaboration of the name Larnel or a combination of the name Larry with the suffix -nell. It is often associated with the French name Lionel, meaning 'young lion', or the English surname Larnel. It saw its peak usage in the mid-20th century but remains a rare choice today.
Less common today
Larnell isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #2,580 in 1990.
Grammy Award-winning jazz drummer and composer
Gospel singer and leader of the Spiritual Seven Gospel Singers
Professional American football offensive tackle
US births per 5-year period, 1990βpresent (SSA data).