Terrell Unisex
Origin(s)
PronunciationTER-uhl / /ˈtɛr.əl/English; French
Meaning
English: to pull; French: to tear
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Terrell has roots in both English and French cultures. It is derived from the Old French word 'terrel,' meaning 'to pull' or 'to tear.' The name has been used in various forms throughout history and has gained popularity in English-speaking countries. It is often associated with strength and resilience.
Trend Summary
The name Terrell has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, peaking in the late 20th century.
Similar Names
Variants
- Terrel
- Terral
International Variants
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Famous people named Terrell
Terrell Owens is a former professional American football player known for his time in the NFL.
Terrell Davis is a former professional American football player who played for the Denver Broncos and is a Hall of Famer.
Terrell Suggs is a professional American football player recognized for his career with the Baltimore Ravens.
Terrell McClain is a professional American football player known for his role as a defensive tackle.
Fictional characters named Terrell
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Terrell was first seen in the United States in 1885. Terrell has ranked as high as #499 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in Illinois, Georgia, New York, Florida, and California. In the past 5 years the name Terrell has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Terrell (2024)
State | Births | Share |
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FL | 12 | |
GA | 9 | |
IL | 9 | |
CA | 9 | |
OH | 8 | |
TX | 8 | |
MI | 6 | |
SC | 6 | |
WI | 5 | |
NY | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
Year | Births |
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1885 | 5 |
1890 | 5 |
1900 | 8 |
1901 | 5 |
1902 | 5 |
1903 | 8 |
1907 | 8 |
1908 | 7 |
1909 | 8 |
1910 | 5 |
1911 | 8 |
1912 | 27 |
1913 | 15 |
1914 | 25 |
1915 | 30 |
1916 | 35 |
1917 | 30 |
1918 | 35 |
1919 | 34 |
1920 | 47 |
1921 | 36 |
1922 | 42 |
1923 | 32 |
1924 | 46 |
1925 | 36 |
1926 | 36 |
1927 | 45 |
1928 | 42 |
1929 | 41 |
1930 | 36 |
1931 | 28 |
1932 | 48 |
1933 | 47 |
1934 | 57 |
1935 | 64 |
1936 | 65 |
1937 | 67 |
1938 | 72 |
1939 | 88 |
1940 | 118 |
1941 | 130 |
1942 | 102 |
1943 | 119 |
1944 | 131 |
1945 | 133 |
1946 | 187 |
1947 | 182 |
1948 | 212 |
1949 | 202 |
1950 | 203 |
1951 | 194 |
1952 | 177 |
1953 | 178 |
1954 | 195 |
1955 | 199 |
1956 | 201 |
1957 | 213 |
1958 | 263 |
1959 | 221 |
1960 | 220 |
1961 | 206 |
1962 | 226 |
1963 | 254 |
1964 | 220 |
1965 | 243 |
1966 | 247 |
1967 | 327 |
1968 | 297 |
1969 | 319 |
1970 | 354 |
1971 | 345 |
1972 | 352 |
1973 | 364 |
1974 | 339 |
1975 | 492 |
1976 | 502 |
1977 | 591 |
1978 | 502 |
1979 | 593 |
1980 | 604 |
1981 | 600 |
1982 | 682 |
1983 | 713 |
1984 | 801 |
1985 | 890 |
1986 | 857 |
1987 | 868 |
1988 | 918 |
1989 | 983 |
1990 | 925 |
1991 | 949 |
1992 | 849 |
1993 | 847 |
1994 | 734 |
1995 | 696 |
1996 | 669 |
1997 | 688 |
1998 | 862 |
1999 | 705 |
2000 | 608 |
2001 | 531 |
2002 | 503 |
2003 | 516 |
2004 | 512 |
2005 | 519 |
2006 | 500 |
2007 | 521 |
2008 | 480 |
2009 | 451 |
2010 | 378 |
2011 | 383 |
2012 | 350 |
2013 | 322 |
2014 | 276 |
2015 | 248 |
2016 | 229 |
2017 | 244 |
2018 | 215 |
2019 | 190 |
2020 | 173 |
2021 | 176 |
2022 | 160 |
2023 | 108 |
2024 | 120 |