Ferrel Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationFER-el / /ˈfɛr.əl/Irish; English
Meaning
Irish: man of valor; English: from the land of the feral
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Ferrel has Irish roots, often associated with bravery and valor. In English contexts, it may refer to a connection with wild or untamed lands. The name has been used in various forms throughout history, reflecting both cultural and linguistic influences.
Trend Summary
The name Ferrel has seen limited use in the United States, with sporadic popularity.
Similar Names
Variants
- Feral
International Variants
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Ferrel was first seen in the United States in 1913. Ferrel has ranked as high as #891 nationally, which occurred in 1923, and has been most popular in Arkansas. In the past 5 years the name Ferrel has been trending about the same compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Ferrel (1924)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| AR | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1913 | 6 |
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1915 | 9 |
| 1916 | 14 |
| 1917 | 8 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1919 | 6 |
| 1920 | 10 |
| 1921 | 9 |
| 1922 | 15 |
| 1923 | 19 |
| 1924 | 10 |
| 1926 | 14 |
| 1927 | 11 |
| 1928 | 6 |
| 1929 | 12 |
| 1930 | 14 |
| 1931 | 12 |
| 1932 | 7 |
| 1933 | 15 |
| 1934 | 13 |
| 1935 | 14 |
| 1936 | 10 |
| 1937 | 10 |
| 1938 | 11 |
| 1939 | 11 |
| 1940 | 15 |
| 1941 | 10 |
| 1942 | 8 |
| 1946 | 9 |
| 1947 | 9 |
| 1950 | 9 |
| 1951 | 7 |
| 1952 | 8 |
| 1953 | 6 |
| 1955 | 7 |
| 1956 | 6 |
| 1957 | 5 |