Holding steady.
Popularity of Larrell since 1944
Babies named Larrell per year in U.S. Social Security records.
Data table (by decade)
| Decade | Boys |
|---|---|
| 1940s | 5 |
| 1950s | 6 |
| 1960s | 6 |
| 1970s | 5 |
| 1980s | 26 |
| 1990s | 11 |
| 2000s | 33 |
| 2010s | 11 |
| 2020s | 0 |
Meaning & origin
Larrell is a modern American name that emerged in the mid-20th century, first recorded in 1944. Its usage peaked in 1985, during the height of names ending in -ell and -rell that were fashionable in the 1970s and 1980s. Despite that peak, the name never entered the top 1,000 and remains exceptionally rare, with about 1-in-1,000,000 boys receiving it in recent years. Its stable trajectory suggests it has maintained a small but consistent following, largely unassociated with any particular geographic region or cultural community. The origins of Larrell are unclear; it may derive from a surname or be a creative respelling of names like Darrell or Terrill. Its appeal likely lies in its familiar, friendly sound and distinctiveness.
Larrell first appeared in U.S. birth records in the 1940s, peaking in usage during the 1980s. The name may be a variant of Larell, itself possibly a diminutive of names like Laurence or a blend of popular sounds. Its precise derivation remains unclear, and it is best understood as a modern English given name formed from familiar phonetic elements.
Nicknames & variants
Nicknames: Larry, Rel
Variants: Larell, Larrel, Larrelle
Sibling names for Larrell
Names that share Larrell's style, for a brother or sister.
