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Ferrell

Pronunciation
[Fe-rrell]
Gender
Male
Meaning
Brave.
Origin
Irish

Ferrell Popularity Snapshot

Across the entire US Social Security Administration record (1880–2024), 1,911 baby boys have been named Ferrell. The name peaked in 1935 with 48 US births that year (rank #917).

Top States for Ferrell

Based on 1910–2024 US SSA state-level records, the three states with the most Ferrell births are: Alabama (68), Georgia (65), Texas (44).

Other Irish-Origin Names Like Ferrell

If you like Ferrell's Irish origin, consider these related names: Abban, Abiageal, Abracham, Adare, Addergoole. Browse all Irish names →

7-Letter Names Starting with F

Names with Ferrell's exact length and starting letter: Fabiana, Fachnan, Fadilah, Fainche, Fairfax.

Quick Facts About Ferrell

1,167
Irish baby names in our dictionary
705
Irish male names
98
7-letter F-names in our dictionary
338
F-male names total
Not in registry
US SSA records — name appears fewer than 5 times in any year

Variant Forms

NameMeaningGenderOrigin
Farrel Brave Male Celtic

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