Morrell
Morrell is a boy's name of French origin.
Meaning
Dark-complexioned, swarthy, or derived from the morel mushroom.
Origin and history
Morrell is a classic surname used as a given name, derived from the Old French nickname Morel, meaning dark-skinned or swarthy, or referring to the dark-colored mushroom (morel). Historical U.S. records show modest usage for boys throughout the late 19th and early 20th centuries, though it is very rare today.
Popularity in the United States
692 babies in the United States have been named Morrell since 1880. It ranks #3984 all-time.
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 62 |
| 1920-1930 | 110 |
| 1930-1940 | 95 |
| 1940-1950 | 66 |
| 1950-1960 | 77 |
| 1960-1970 | 51 |
| 1970-1980 | 83 |
| 1980-1990 | 69 |
| 1990-2000 | 50 |
| 2000-2010 | 6 |
| 2010-2019 | 23 |
| 2020-2029 | 0 |
Fun facts
- Morrell originated as a French nickname derived from the Latin 'Mauricius' or 'Maurus', historically used to describe dark hair or complexion.
- Though it has been unranked in recent years, Morrell was regularly registered in the United States in the late 19th and early 20th centuries.