Holding steady.
Popularity of Jorrell since 1979
Babies named Jorrell per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 59 |
| 1990s | 49 |
| 2000s | 25 |
| 2010s | 11 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Jorrell is a rare modern name in the United States, first recorded in 1979. It reached its highest point of use in 1994, yet it has never ranked among the top 1,000 names, reflecting its continued rarity. Over the decades, it has remained remarkably stable in usage, never experiencing a surge or decline, and it has appeared in no single state with notable frequency. The name appears to be an inventive formation from the late 20th century, built around the popular 'Jor-' sound and a soft ending. For families seeking an uncommon, contemporary-sounding name with no strong ties to any particular cultural tradition, Jorrell offers a distinctive option.
Jorrell first appeared in American birth records in the late 20th century. It may be a blend of the popular prefix 'Jor-' (as in Jordan or Jorja) with a suffix such as '-ell' or '-el'. No clear derivation from older languages or established names has been identified.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Jory, Rel
Sibling names for Jorrell
Names that share Jorrell's style, for a brother or sister.
