Harrell
Harrell is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Hare clearing or army commander.
Origin and history
Harrell is an English name derived from a surname with roots in Old English location names or military terms. Historically used as a given name in the United States, it peaked in usage during the early to mid-20th century. Today, it is extremely rare for newborns in the U.S.
Popularity in the United States
2,635 babies in the United States have been named Harrell since 1880. It ranks #2524 all-time.
States where it is most popular
- TX (46.8 %)
- NC (15.5 %)
- GA (9.9 %)
- OK (7.7 %)
- AR (7.6 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 27 |
| 1910-1920 | 218 |
| 1920-1930 | 471 |
| 1930-1940 | 427 |
| 1940-1950 | 459 |
| 1950-1960 | 400 |
| 1960-1970 | 264 |
| 1970-1980 | 152 |
| 1980-1990 | 125 |
| 1990-2000 | 62 |
| 2000-2010 | 10 |
| 2010-2019 | 20 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- Harrell originated as an English habitational surname referring to a boundary, valley, or hare clearing.
- The name was most frequently given to boys in the United States during the first half of the twentieth century.