Declining since 1986.
Popularity of Durrell since 1914
Babies named Durrell per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 12 |
| 1920s | 31 |
| 1930s | 61 |
| 1940s | 45 |
| 1950s | 82 |
| 1960s | 145 |
| 1970s | 158 |
| 1980s | 650 |
| 1990s | 303 |
| 2000s | 215 |
| 2010s | 162 |
| 2020s | 41 |
Meaning & origin
Durrell is a given name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1914, but it has never become common. It reached its peak of usage in 1985, but has been falling in popularity since 1986. The name is likely a variant of Darrell, an English surname-turned-given name. Despite its rarity, Durrell has a classic, surname-like quality that appeals to parents seeking a distinctive yet traditional-sounding name.
Durrell is likely a variant of the surname Darrell, which itself derives from the Norman French surname d'Airelle, indicating a person from Airelle in France. The name has been used as a given name in English-speaking countries since the 20th century, though it remains relatively uncommon.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Dur, Durry
Sibling names for Durrell
Names that share Durrell's style, for a brother or sister.
