Almond; little basket
Mandell is primarily derived from the Germanic and Yiddish word for almond, often used as an occupational name for a seller of almonds. It can also trace back to Middle English roots referring to a maker of baskets. In some instances, it is a variant of the name Mendel, which is a diminutive of Immanuel.
Less common today
Mandell isn't in the latest US Top 1000. It last peaked at #5,199 in 1991.
US births per 5-year period, 1990–present (SSA data).
English historian and Bishop of London
Canadian actress known for comedy roles
