Terrel Boy
Origin(s)
PronunciationTER-el / /ˈtɛr.əl/English; French
Meaning
English: to pull; French: to tear
Historical & Cultural Background
The name Terrel is derived from the Old French word 'terrel', which means 'to pull' or 'to tear'. It has been used in English-speaking countries since the Middle Ages. The name has variations in spelling and pronunciation, reflecting its diverse origins. It is often associated with strength and resilience.
Trend Summary
The name Terrel has seen fluctuating popularity in the United States, with a modest presence in recent decades.
Similar Names
Variants
- Terrell
- Terral
International Variants
- Terrel (English)
- Terral (Spanish)
Famous people named Terrel
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Sibling Suggestions
U.S. Historical Usage
The name Terrel was first seen in the United States in 1915. Terrel has ranked as high as #1102 nationally, which occurred in 1989, and has been most popular in New York, Louisiana, California, Texas, and Florida. In the past 5 years the name Terrel has been trending down compared to the previous 5 years.
Popularity Over Time (National)
Top States for Terrel (2008)
| State | Births | Share |
|---|---|---|
| TX | 5 |
Popularity Over Time (National) — Table
| Year | Births |
|---|---|
| 1915 | 7 |
| 1916 | 8 |
| 1917 | 7 |
| 1920 | 8 |
| 1921 | 12 |
| 1923 | 7 |
| 1924 | 9 |
| 1925 | 9 |
| 1926 | 6 |
| 1927 | 9 |
| 1928 | 8 |
| 1929 | 6 |
| 1931 | 10 |
| 1932 | 6 |
| 1933 | 15 |
| 1934 | 12 |
| 1935 | 15 |
| 1936 | 6 |
| 1937 | 10 |
| 1938 | 16 |
| 1939 | 11 |
| 1940 | 25 |
| 1941 | 15 |
| 1942 | 12 |
| 1943 | 19 |
| 1944 | 19 |
| 1945 | 18 |
| 1946 | 28 |
| 1947 | 36 |
| 1948 | 23 |
| 1949 | 29 |
| 1950 | 29 |
| 1951 | 29 |
| 1952 | 18 |
| 1953 | 24 |
| 1954 | 35 |
| 1955 | 24 |
| 1956 | 20 |
| 1957 | 24 |
| 1958 | 26 |
| 1959 | 26 |
| 1960 | 35 |
| 1961 | 31 |
| 1962 | 27 |
| 1963 | 17 |
| 1964 | 18 |
| 1965 | 32 |
| 1966 | 20 |
| 1967 | 28 |
| 1968 | 27 |
| 1969 | 20 |
| 1970 | 17 |
| 1971 | 21 |
| 1972 | 26 |
| 1973 | 25 |
| 1974 | 33 |
| 1975 | 34 |
| 1976 | 28 |
| 1977 | 26 |
| 1978 | 33 |
| 1979 | 38 |
| 1980 | 31 |
| 1981 | 33 |
| 1982 | 37 |
| 1983 | 46 |
| 1984 | 51 |
| 1985 | 65 |
| 1986 | 71 |
| 1987 | 70 |
| 1988 | 81 |
| 1989 | 94 |
| 1990 | 66 |
| 1991 | 83 |
| 1992 | 78 |
| 1993 | 80 |
| 1994 | 70 |
| 1995 | 77 |
| 1996 | 52 |
| 1997 | 54 |
| 1998 | 58 |
| 1999 | 51 |
| 2000 | 48 |
| 2001 | 53 |
| 2002 | 32 |
| 2003 | 27 |
| 2004 | 32 |
| 2005 | 37 |
| 2006 | 33 |
| 2007 | 32 |
| 2008 | 23 |
| 2009 | 18 |
| 2010 | 18 |
| 2011 | 14 |
| 2012 | 17 |
| 2013 | 9 |
| 2014 | 11 |
| 2015 | 15 |
| 2016 | 15 |
| 2017 | 10 |
| 2018 | 13 |
| 2019 | 6 |
| 2020 | 14 |
| 2021 | 11 |
| 2023 | 6 |
| 2024 | 7 |