Holding steady.
Popularity of Jerl since 1915
Babies named Jerl per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1910s | 6 |
| 1920s | 10 |
| 1930s | 48 |
| 1940s | 40 |
| 1950s | 46 |
| 1960s | 28 |
| 1970s | 0 |
| 1980s | 0 |
| 1990s | 0 |
| 2000s | 0 |
| 2010s | 0 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Jerl is a rare and unusual name that first appeared in U.S. birth records in 1915. Its peak year of usage was 1944, though even then it never entered the top 1000 names. The name has maintained a stable but minimal presence since the mid-20th century. While its exact origin is unclear, it may be a variant of Jerle or a shortened form of Gerald. The name has no recorded top states, reflecting its rarity across the country. Despite its obscurity, Jerl carries a distinct midcentury sound that might appeal to parents seeking a truly uncommon name with historical roots.
Jerl is a rare American given name first recorded in the Social Security data in 1915. It may be a variant of Jerle, itself a diminutive or spelling variant of Gerald, which derives from Germanic elements meaning 'spear' and 'rule.' Alternatively, it could be a modern invented name. The name saw its peak usage in 1944 but has remained extremely uncommon.
Nicknames & variants
Variants: Jerle
Sibling names for Jerl
Names that share Jerl's style, for a brother or sister.
