Randal

English

"shield-wolf"

Randal Origin and Meaning

The name Randal is a boy's name.

Randal is a masculine name with Germanic roots, originating as a variant of Randall, which comes from the Old Norse elements 'rand' (shield) and 'varr' (warrior). This 'shield warrior' meaning conveys strength and protection. Randal peaked in popularity in the United States during the 1950s and 1960s but has since declined. It offers a slightly softer alternative to the more common Randall spelling while maintaining the same traditional feel. Often shortened to Randy, the name carries a friendly, approachable quality. Randal appeals to parents seeking a classic masculine name with historical depth that isn't overly common in contemporary use.

Randal Rank in US Top 1000

# 947 in the US

Famous People Named Randal

• (William) Randal Cremer English MP and winner of the Nobel Peace Prize
• Randal Howard "Rand" Paul U.S. Senator from Kentucky
• Randal Edward "Randy" Brecker American trumpeter