Jarrell
Old French/Germanic · Boy · 2 syllables
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About the name Jarrell
Jarrell is an English given name derived from a surname of Old French origin, meaning "to cry out" or "to shout," ultimately from the Germanic root *ger* ("spear") combined with a diminutive suffix.
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Etymology
Jarrell is an English given name derived from a surname of Old French origin, meaning "to cry out" or "to shout," ultimately from the Germanic root *ger* ("spear") combined with a diminutive suffix. It is used primarily in English-speaking cultures, particularly in the United States, with no specific religious association; notable historical context includes its emergence as a first name in the 20th century, possibly influenced by the surname of poet Randall Jarrell.
Jarrell currently ranks #6,971 in the United States as a boy's name. It reached its peak popularity around 1987.
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