Durrell
Durrell is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
Hard, strong, or tough; potentially derived from the Old French 'dur' or a place name.
Origin and history
Durrell is a masculine name originating from Old French, likely derived from a place name or descriptive surname meaning hard or strong. It historically functioned as a surname before becoming adopted as a given name in the English-speaking world. In the United States, it remains a rare and distinctive choice for boys.
Popularity in the United States
1,905 babies in the United States have been named Durrell since 1880. It ranks #2943 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1886.
States where it is most popular
- CA (18 %)
- NY (15.6 %)
- OH (10.2 %)
- VA (9.2 %)
- LA (7.8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 12 |
| 1920-1930 | 31 |
| 1930-1940 | 61 |
| 1940-1950 | 45 |
| 1950-1960 | 82 |
| 1960-1970 | 145 |
| 1970-1980 | 158 |
| 1980-1990 | 650 |
| 1990-2000 | 303 |
| 2000-2010 | 215 |
| 2010-2019 | 162 |
| 2020-2029 | 41 |
Famous people named Durrell
- Durrell Babbs: Singer, Songwriter
Fun facts
- Durrell originated as a Anglo-Norman surname introduced to Britain following the Norman Conquest.
- The name has maintained a steady, low-frequency presence in official American birth records since the late 19th century.