Terrel
Terrel is a boy's name of English origin.
Meaning
Stubborn, to pull, or ruler of the land.
Origin and history
Terrel is a masculine given name derived from the surname Terrell, which traces back to Old French origins. It historically functioned as a nickname or topographic surname before transitioning into a given name in the English-speaking world. In the United States, it enjoyed moderate usage during the late 20th century.
Popularity in the United States
2,961 babies in the United States have been named Terrel since 1880. It ranks #2376 all-time. Among babies born since 2020 it ranks #1889.
States where it is most popular
- NY (28.8 %)
- LA (15 %)
- CA (12.4 %)
- TX (11.3 %)
- FL (8 %)
Trends by decade
| Decade | Births |
|---|---|
| 1880-1890 | 0 |
| 1890-1900 | 0 |
| 1900-1910 | 0 |
| 1910-1920 | 22 |
| 1920-1930 | 74 |
| 1930-1940 | 101 |
| 1940-1950 | 224 |
| 1950-1960 | 255 |
| 1960-1970 | 255 |
| 1970-1980 | 281 |
| 1980-1990 | 579 |
| 1990-2000 | 669 |
| 2000-2010 | 335 |
| 2010-2019 | 128 |
| 2020-2029 | 38 |
Famous people named Terrel
- Terrel Bell: Educator, Cabinet Secretary
- Terrel Pryor: American Football Player
Nicknames
Terry, Tel
Fun facts
- Terrel originated as an Anglo-Norman surname before becoming adopted as a first name.
- It is a common single-l variant of the surname and given name Terrell.