Dorrell Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationDOR-el / /ˈdɔːr.əl/English; French
Meaning
English: 'from the oak tree'; French: 'little oak'
Historical & Cultural Background
Dorrell is derived from the Old French surname 'Dorel', which means 'little oak'. It has been used as a given name in English-speaking countries. The name reflects a connection to nature, particularly trees, which have held symbolic significance in various cultures. The use of surnames as first names has been a trend in English-speaking regions, particularly in the 19th and 20th centuries.
Trend Summary
Dorrell has seen limited popularity in the United States, with occasional usage but no significant trends.
Similar Names
Variants
- Doral
- Dorell
International Variants
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U.S. Historical Usage
The name Dorrell was first seen in the United States in 1915. Dorrell has ranked as high as #1145 nationally, which occurred in 1986, and has been most popular in . In the past 5 years the name Dorrell has been trending up compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Dorrell
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Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 8 |
| 1916 | 5 |
| 1924 | 5 |
| 1928 | 7 |
| 1929 | 7 |
| 1931 | 7 |
| 1935 | 6 |
| 1943 | 6 |
| 1945 | 5 |
| 1957 | 5 |
| 1961 | 5 |
| 1966 | 5 |
| 1970 | 5 |
| 1971 | 7 |
| 1975 | 10 |
| 1977 | 8 |
| 1978 | 7 |
| 1979 | 5 |
| 1980 | 7 |
| 1981 | 12 |
| 1982 | 5 |
| 1983 | 9 |
| 1984 | 6 |
| 1985 | 12 |
| 1986 | 21 |
| 1987 | 10 |
| 1988 | 14 |
| 1989 | 16 |
| 1990 | 15 |
| 1991 | 16 |
| 1992 | 9 |
| 1993 | 9 |
| 1994 | 6 |
| 1996 | 7 |
| 1998 | 8 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2001 | 8 |
| 2005 | 5 |
| 2007 | 8 |
| 2008 | 12 |
| 2010 | 8 |
| 2012 | 5 |
| 2013 | 5 |
| 2015 | 7 |
| 2017 | 5 |
| 2018 | 7 |