Jerrell
Jerrell is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Ruler with a spear, sacred name, or brave bearer.
Origin and history
Jerrell is an American masculine name created as a blend of Gerald or Jerome with the popular 'J-' prefix pattern. It emerged in the mid-20th century in the United States as a modern variation. The name remains recognizable, though its modern usage is relatively modest.
Popularity in the United States
7,207 babies in the United States have been named Jerrell since 1880. It ranks #1424 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1785.
States where it is most popular
- TX (20.1 %)
- GA (10.1 %)
- AL (7.2 %)
- NY (7.1 %)
- IL (6.7 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 37 |
| 1920-1930 | 150 |
| 1930-1940 | 415 |
| 1940-1950 | 586 |
| 1950-1960 | 459 |
| 1960-1970 | 440 |
| 1970-1980 | 566 |
| 1980-1990 | 1,639 |
| 1990-2000 | 1,371 |
| 2000-2010 | 863 |
| 2010-2019 | 539 |
| 2020-2029 | 142 |
Famous people named Jerrell
- Jerrell Freeman: American football player
Nicknames
Jerry, Jer
Fun facts
- Jerrell developed in the United States during the mid-20th century as part of a trend blending traditional names like Gerald and Jerome.
- The name achieved its highest usage in the late 20th century before seeing a gradual decline in annual births.