Holding steady.
Popularity of Gerell since 1978
Babies named Gerell per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 6 |
| 1980s | 49 |
| 1990s | 48 |
| 2000s | 33 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Gerell is a rare American masculine name first recorded in 1978, peaking in usage in 1992. It has never appeared in national rankings, indicating consistent but modest use. The name's origins are unclear; it may be a modern variation of Gerald or Jarrell. Its trajectory has been stable since the 1990s, with no dramatic spikes or declines. Because it has never ranked, data on top states is not available.
Gerell first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1978, suggesting a modern coinage. It may be a phonetic variant of Gerald (from Germanic 'spear rule') or Jarrell (a surname of uncertain origin). Its peak usage came in 1992, but it has remained consistently rare, never breaking into the top 1000 names.
Sibling names for Gerell
Names that share Gerell's style, for a brother or sister.
