Jerrell Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationJER-el / /ˈdʒɛr.əl/English; African American
Meaning
English: spear ruler; African American: variant of Gerald
Historical & Cultural Background
Jerrell is a modern name that emerged in the United States, particularly within African American communities. It is often considered a variant of the name Gerald, which has Germanic roots. The name has gained popularity in the late 20th century, reflecting a trend of unique and creative naming practices. Its usage is primarily found in English-speaking countries.
Trend Summary
Jerrell has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, particularly peaking in the 1990s.
Similar Names
Variants
- Jarell
- Gerrell
International Variants
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Jerrell was first seen in the United States in 1914. Jerrell has ranked as high as #955 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in Texas, Georgia, Alabama, New York, and Illinois. In the past 5 years the name Jerrell has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Jerrell (2018)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| CA | 5 | |
| IL | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1914 | 5 |
| 1915 | 5 |
| 1916 | 9 |
| 1918 | 7 |
| 1919 | 11 |
| 1920 | 9 |
| 1921 | 15 |
| 1922 | 11 |
| 1923 | 9 |
| 1924 | 14 |
| 1925 | 14 |
| 1926 | 18 |
| 1927 | 21 |
| 1928 | 18 |
| 1929 | 21 |
| 1930 | 21 |
| 1931 | 28 |
| 1932 | 27 |
| 1933 | 33 |
| 1934 | 49 |
| 1935 | 43 |
| 1936 | 68 |
| 1937 | 48 |
| 1938 | 50 |
| 1939 | 48 |
| 1940 | 56 |
| 1941 | 54 |
| 1942 | 50 |
| 1943 | 68 |
| 1944 | 56 |
| 1945 | 54 |
| 1946 | 63 |
| 1947 | 60 |
| 1948 | 65 |
| 1949 | 60 |
| 1950 | 49 |
| 1951 | 57 |
| 1952 | 45 |
| 1953 | 46 |
| 1954 | 49 |
| 1955 | 44 |
| 1956 | 34 |
| 1957 | 41 |
| 1958 | 40 |
| 1959 | 54 |
| 1960 | 40 |
| 1961 | 40 |
| 1962 | 38 |
| 1963 | 46 |
| 1964 | 56 |
| 1965 | 45 |
| 1966 | 37 |
| 1967 | 40 |
| 1968 | 45 |
| 1969 | 53 |
| 1970 | 59 |
| 1971 | 52 |
| 1972 | 51 |
| 1973 | 54 |
| 1974 | 37 |
| 1975 | 57 |
| 1976 | 60 |
| 1977 | 60 |
| 1978 | 68 |
| 1979 | 68 |
| 1980 | 83 |
| 1981 | 95 |
| 1982 | 108 |
| 1983 | 122 |
| 1984 | 156 |
| 1985 | 206 |
| 1986 | 215 |
| 1987 | 207 |
| 1988 | 205 |
| 1989 | 242 |
| 1990 | 216 |
| 1991 | 211 |
| 1992 | 183 |
| 1993 | 150 |
| 1994 | 142 |
| 1995 | 98 |
| 1996 | 101 |
| 1997 | 93 |
| 1998 | 90 |
| 1999 | 87 |
| 2000 | 84 |
| 2001 | 70 |
| 2002 | 90 |
| 2003 | 73 |
| 2004 | 100 |
| 2005 | 89 |
| 2006 | 90 |
| 2007 | 83 |
| 2008 | 95 |
| 2009 | 89 |
| 2010 | 80 |
| 2011 | 63 |
| 2012 | 79 |
| 2013 | 45 |
| 2014 | 60 |
| 2015 | 49 |
| 2016 | 43 |
| 2017 | 42 |
| 2018 | 45 |
| 2019 | 33 |
| 2020 | 28 |
| 2021 | 29 |
| 2022 | 27 |
| 2023 | 18 |
| 2024 | 20 |