Farrell Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationFAIR-uhl / /ˈfɛr.əl/Irish; Gaelic
Meaning
Irish: man of valor; Gaelic: descendant of Fearghal
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Farrell is of Irish origin, derived from the Gaelic surname O'Fearghail. It has historical roots in Ireland, where it was associated with nobility and valor. The name has been borne by various notable figures throughout Irish history. In modern times, it has gained popularity in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
The name Farrell has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a modest presence in recent years.
Similar Names
Variants
- Farrall
- Farel
International Variants
- Feral (French)
- Farral (Spanish)
Famous people named Farrell
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Fictional characters named Farrell
Farrell is a character in the video game 'The Last of Us Part II', serving as a member of the WLF.
Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Farrell was first seen in the United States in 1902. Farrell has ranked as high as #745 nationally, which occurred in 1935, and has been most popular in Louisiana, Utah, Missouri, California, and Arkansas. In the past 5 years the name Farrell has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Farrell (2005)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1902 | 6 |
| 1903 | 5 |
| 1907 | 7 |
| 1908 | 10 |
| 1911 | 9 |
| 1912 | 18 |
| 1913 | 24 |
| 1914 | 18 |
| 1915 | 32 |
| 1916 | 31 |
| 1917 | 37 |
| 1918 | 30 |
| 1919 | 39 |
| 1920 | 34 |
| 1921 | 45 |
| 1922 | 42 |
| 1923 | 45 |
| 1924 | 57 |
| 1925 | 49 |
| 1926 | 52 |
| 1927 | 50 |
| 1928 | 44 |
| 1929 | 47 |
| 1930 | 76 |
| 1931 | 82 |
| 1932 | 89 |
| 1933 | 82 |
| 1934 | 76 |
| 1935 | 96 |
| 1936 | 77 |
| 1937 | 69 |
| 1938 | 60 |
| 1939 | 64 |
| 1940 | 63 |
| 1941 | 58 |
| 1942 | 63 |
| 1943 | 63 |
| 1944 | 67 |
| 1945 | 49 |
| 1946 | 43 |
| 1947 | 71 |
| 1948 | 58 |
| 1949 | 60 |
| 1950 | 62 |
| 1951 | 65 |
| 1952 | 73 |
| 1953 | 64 |
| 1954 | 74 |
| 1955 | 69 |
| 1956 | 92 |
| 1957 | 79 |
| 1958 | 66 |
| 1959 | 64 |
| 1960 | 51 |
| 1961 | 51 |
| 1962 | 58 |
| 1963 | 71 |
| 1964 | 44 |
| 1965 | 67 |
| 1966 | 52 |
| 1967 | 57 |
| 1968 | 43 |
| 1969 | 35 |
| 1970 | 49 |
| 1971 | 47 |
| 1972 | 43 |
| 1973 | 35 |
| 1974 | 25 |
| 1975 | 35 |
| 1976 | 29 |
| 1977 | 33 |
| 1978 | 28 |
| 1979 | 35 |
| 1980 | 27 |
| 1981 | 25 |
| 1982 | 27 |
| 1983 | 24 |
| 1984 | 15 |
| 1985 | 19 |
| 1986 | 14 |
| 1987 | 24 |
| 1988 | 17 |
| 1989 | 22 |
| 1990 | 11 |
| 1991 | 22 |
| 1992 | 14 |
| 1993 | 24 |
| 1994 | 5 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 15 |
| 1997 | 20 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 9 |
| 2000 | 12 |
| 2001 | 19 |
| 2002 | 12 |
| 2003 | 21 |
| 2004 | 16 |
| 2005 | 24 |
| 2006 | 22 |
| 2007 | 16 |
| 2008 | 19 |
| 2009 | 12 |
| 2010 | 12 |
| 2011 | 16 |
| 2012 | 12 |
| 2013 | 7 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 11 |
| 2016 | 10 |
| 2017 | 7 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 5 |
| 2020 | 7 |
| 2021 | 7 |
| 2022 | 8 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 5 |